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P59 KRD

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

31,263 mi
Last recorded31,263 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP59 KRD
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 31,263 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 31,141 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 31,113 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 31,069 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 31,069 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 30,672 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 30,115 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 29,944 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 29,076 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 25,505 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 24,776 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2009 24,776 miles

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Fail 21 May 2009 24,608 miles

Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (9.3.1g)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (9.2.5d)

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Towbar mounting obviously of an inappropriate size (6.6.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 22,915 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 22,915 miles

Offside Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 9 Dec 2006 20,623 miles

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

saddle bags insecure

Pass 25 Aug 2005 19,258 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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P59 KRD is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 P59 KRD, 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 P59 KRD registered?

P59 KRD is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is P59 KRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P59 KRD shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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