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P689 NVW

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

29,813 mi
Last recorded29,813 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP689 NVW
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2020 29,813 miles

Steering head bearings a little stiff but within tolerance

Pass 20 Jun 2017 27,818 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2017 27,695 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated & blowing to excess (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 13 May 2016 25,903 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 24,838 miles

front and rear tyres underinflated

Fail 8 Nov 2014 24,718 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 22,631 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 22,631 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2012 19,731 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 19,678 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Aug 2011 18,398 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 3 Aug 2011 18,398 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Fail 15 May 2010 16,306 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 May 2010 16,306 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 16,286 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 15,081 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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P689 NVW is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 P689 NVW, 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 P689 NVW registered?

P689 NVW is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 12 February 1997.

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