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P738 KSG

1997 Yamaha Virago

Blue Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2012
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

10,111 mi
Last recorded10,111 miles
Recorded on11 May 2011
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP738 KSG
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 11 May 2011 10,111 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

no plate cracked

Pass 21 Apr 2010 9,945 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 8,084 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 4,402 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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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P738 KSG is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Blue with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P738 KSG, 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 P738 KSG registered?

P738 KSG is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P738 KSG safe to buy?

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