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P798 SGK

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,316 mi
Last recorded16,316 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP798 SGK
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 16,316 miles

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

Rear number plate faded but readable

drive chain rusty condition

Pass 7 Apr 2022 13,220 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 7 Apr 2022 13,220 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 12,136 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2019 12,124 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2018 11,846 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' swivel plate (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' wheel raised (2.2.1b)

number plate deteriorated

Fail 18 Apr 2018 11,802 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' swivel plate (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' wheel raised (2.2.1b)

number plate deteriorated

Pass 6 Apr 2017 8,123 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 8,123 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 6,195 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 6,126 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 6,056 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2012 5,726 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2010 5,468 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 5,080 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 4,941 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 4,716 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 4,518 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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P798 SGK is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P798 SGK, 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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P798 SGK is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 26 February 1997.

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