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P83 OLR

1997 Yamaha Virago

Yellow Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

11,746 mi
Last recorded11,746 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP83 OLR
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2024 11,746 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 11,651 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 11,345 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 11,090 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 10,690 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 10,528 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 10,023 miles

Rear TYRE SLIGHT PERRISHING

Pass 3 Apr 2017 9,812 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear TYRE PERRISHING

Pass 11 Aug 2015 9,296 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 8,498 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 8,266 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 7,887 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 26 Jun 2012 7,885 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 26 Jun 2012 7,885 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2011 6,817 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 6,727 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 6,700 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 6,515 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 6,405 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 6,108 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2006 6,108 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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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P83 OLR is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Yellow with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P83 OLR, 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 P83 OLR registered?

P83 OLR is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 16 July 1997.

Is P83 OLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P83 OLR shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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