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P670 SFM

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

35,710 mi
Last recorded35,710 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP670 SFM
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 35,710 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2024 35,701 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play slight noise as well when spun (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 35,073 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 May 2020 34,018 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2019 30,914 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 29,729 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2016 29,153 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 29,145 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering On full left lock forks hit horn (2.1.2a)

Pass 22 May 2015 28,495 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 28,160 miles

Revs hold up, right hand full lock

Pass 24 May 2013 27,081 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 26,186 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

front tyre small cracking to sidewall

Pass 17 Apr 2010 24,122 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 21,928 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 May 2008 21,070 miles
Fail 8 May 2008 21,068 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

rear tyre under inflated

Pass 7 Apr 2006 21,033 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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P670 SFM is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P670 SFM, 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 P670 SFM registered?

P670 SFM is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is P670 SFM safe to buy?

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