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P487 GAW

1997 Yamaha Virago

Maroon Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,411 mi
Last recorded13,411 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP487 GAW
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 31 Aug 2012 13,411 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 13,164 miles

fuel filler cap seal slightly perished

Pass 6 Nov 2010 12,662 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 12,455 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2007 12,391 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2006 12,150 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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P487 GAW is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Maroon with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 P487 GAW, 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 P487 GAW registered?

P487 GAW is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 17 June 1997.

Is P487 GAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P487 GAW shows 6 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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