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P389 PCR

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

6,478 mi
Last recorded6,478 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP389 PCR
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 16 Jun 2023 6,478 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 6,365 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 5,919 miles

Offside Front handle bar cable holder loose

Offside Rear crash bar bolt slightly loose

Pass 22 May 2020 5,532 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 5,201 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 4,985 miles

Rear tyre worn low on legal limit

Pass 4 Nov 2015 4,964 miles

Rear tyre worn

Pass 8 Nov 2014 4,741 miles

Rear tyre on legal limit

Pass 9 Oct 2013 4,018 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 3,248 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 2,701 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 1,602 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2009 1,584 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 1,570 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 1,545 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 1,523 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Virago?

Based on 18,852 MOT tests across 1,770 vehicles.

85.4%
Pass Rate
353
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
1,770
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 218
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 214
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 107
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 90
Headlamp aim too high 85
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P389 PCR is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 13,279 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Virago fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 218 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P389 PCR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Virago typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Virago is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P389 PCR registered?

P389 PCR is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 26 June 1997.

Is P389 PCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P389 PCR shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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