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P848 OKL

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2023
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

11,114 mi
Last recorded11,114 miles
Recorded on26 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP848 OKL
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 May 2022 11,114 miles

rear brake pedal return stop maladjusted.

rear nearside indicator did not work on initial test.

Pass 25 May 2021 11,109 miles

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

exhaust slightly deteriorated

Pass 29 May 2020 11,086 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 11,029 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 10,975 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 10,842 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 10,649 miles
Fail 16 May 2016 10,649 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 20 May 2015 10,272 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 10,261 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 10,127 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 9,924 miles

front wheel slightly binding

Pass 11 Oct 2011 9,758 miles

chain corroded and slightly stiff

Fail 21 Sep 2011 9,754 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

cable routing on handle bars poor

front wheel center loose

Pass 19 Jun 2010 9,180 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 8,465 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

number plate fitted with boarder

Pass 5 Jun 2008 7,567 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 6,884 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 5,423 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2005 4,816 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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P848 OKL is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P848 OKL, 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 P848 OKL registered?

P848 OKL is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 11 July 1997.

Is P848 OKL safe to buy?

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