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P445 KGM

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2023
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,210 mi
Last recorded11,210 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP445 KGM
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 6 Sep 2022 11,210 miles

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

Pass 12 Aug 2021 11,204 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 11,182 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 11,072 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 10,892 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 10,757 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 10,469 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 10,278 miles

horn volume affected by light operation

Pass 9 Apr 2011 10,048 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 9,588 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 9,218 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 9,091 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 8,712 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 KGM is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 P445 KGM, 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 P445 KGM registered?

P445 KGM is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P445 KGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P445 KGM shows 13 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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