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P468 WAG

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

24,275 mi
Last recorded24,275 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP468 WAG
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 24,275 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 24,054 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2025 24,054 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Mar 2024 24,008 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 23,969 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 23,969 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Apr 2021 23,895 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 23,412 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 23,310 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 23,197 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 23,139 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 22,427 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2015 21,053 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 18,800 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 17,001 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2012 15,368 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2011 13,114 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 12,995 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 12,797 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 12,550 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 12,248 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 12,071 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 11,666 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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P468 WAG is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 P468 WAG, 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 P468 WAG registered?

P468 WAG is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 14 April 1997.

Is P468 WAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P468 WAG shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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