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P443 CFX

1997 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2025
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

16,454 mi
Last recorded16,454 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP443 CFX
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2024 16,454 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 16,011 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 15,566 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 13,451 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 12,856 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Apr 2017 12,638 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 12,195 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 12,059 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 11,876 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 11,520 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 10,902 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 10,902 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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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P443 CFX is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P443 CFX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P443 CFX registered?

P443 CFX is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 13 May 1997.

Is P443 CFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P443 CFX shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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