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P768 TBH

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

58,957 mi
Last recorded58,957 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP768 TBH
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2016 58,957 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Sep 2016 58,957 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)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 58,136 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 58,115 miles

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2010 56,440 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 50,289 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 50,289 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 44,127 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 38,531 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 32,436 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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P768 TBH is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P768 TBH, 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 P768 TBH registered?

P768 TBH is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 24 March 1997.

Is P768 TBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P768 TBH shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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