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P605 XTG

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

13,542 mi
Last recorded13,542 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP605 XTG
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2020 13,542 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 13,345 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 12,889 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2018 12,885 miles

Offside Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2017 11,974 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 10,729 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 9,444 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 10 Apr 2014 7,550 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 7,487 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 7,315 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 6,894 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 5,671 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 4,825 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 8,830 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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P605 XTG is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P605 XTG, 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 P605 XTG registered?

P605 XTG is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 16 June 1997.

Is P605 XTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P605 XTG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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