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P599 DPB

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2016
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

13,598 mi
Last recorded13,598 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP599 DPB
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2015 13,598 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))

Fail 19 Sep 2015 13,598 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2014 12,650 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2009 11,925 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 11,925 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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P599 DPB is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P599 DPB, 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 P599 DPB registered?

P599 DPB is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 27 January 1997.

Is P599 DPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P599 DPB shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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