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P47 UBM

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

9,754 mi
Last recorded9,754 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP47 UBM
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Jun 2013 9,754 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 9,754 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 9,672 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 9,646 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 9,320 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 9,320 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 4,872 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 1,300 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 35 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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P47 UBM is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P47 UBM, 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 P47 UBM registered?

P47 UBM is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P47 UBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P47 UBM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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