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P792 UBH

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

39,357 mi
Last recorded39,357 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP792 UBH
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 39,357 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 10 Jul 2024 39,350 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 29 May 2021 39,216 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 38,029 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 37,859 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2016 37,859 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 36,834 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 36,834 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2010 36,581 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 35,999 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 35,941 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 25 Jan 2007 35,305 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2005 34,838 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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P792 UBH is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P792 UBH, 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 P792 UBH registered?

P792 UBH is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P792 UBH safe to buy?

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