CarVerify

Free Car Check

P847 NOR

1997 Yamaha Virago

Orange Petrol 535cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

17,892 mi
Last recorded17,892 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP847 NOR
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 17,892 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2026 17,892 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2025 17,888 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2025 17,888 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 17,787 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Underside of Swingarm (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 17,706 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 17,409 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 16,964 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy When front wheel raised (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 16,675 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 15,486 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 13,214 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 11,882 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 10,820 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 9,846 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 8,865 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 7,378 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 23 Jun 2007 5,539 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 4,134 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
Full Yamaha Virago reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P847 NOR is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Orange with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P847 NOR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P847 NOR?

You can check the full history of P847 NOR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P847 NOR registered?

P847 NOR is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 15 April 1997.

Is P847 NOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P847 NOR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P847 NOR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P847 NOR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.