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P445 BPK

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

32,438 mi
Last recorded32,438 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP445 BPK
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2018 32,438 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Jan 2016 32,266 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 21 Dec 2013 27,779 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 20,871 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 7 Jan 2013 20,871 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 16,791 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2011 16,791 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Fail 22 Aug 2008 16,696 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 16,696 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2005 12,394 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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P445 BPK is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P445 BPK, 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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P445 BPK is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 20 June 1997.

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