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P779 DCU

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

12,585 mi
Last recorded12,585 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP779 DCU
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 12,585 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 11,934 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 11,840 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 11,834 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 11,821 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 11,801 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 11,765 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 11,710 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 May 2016 11,525 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 11,525 miles

Headlamp aim too low headlight aim too low (1.6)

Fail 11 May 2015 11,074 miles

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

Slight staining front brake discs /

Pass 11 May 2015 11,074 miles

Slight staining front brake discs /

Pass 16 May 2014 10,664 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 10,374 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 9,942 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 9,496 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 9,496 miles

Nearside Rear Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Pass 13 May 2010 8,966 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 8,464 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 7,604 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 6,427 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 6,169 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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P779 DCU is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 P779 DCU, 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 P779 DCU registered?

P779 DCU is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 26 June 1997.

Is P779 DCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P779 DCU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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