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P86 LPX

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,284 mi
Last recorded10,284 miles
Recorded on1 May 2008
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP86 LPX
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2008 10,284 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 29 Apr 2008 10,284 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 9,518 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

handle bars slightly missaligned

Pass 4 May 2006 9,046 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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P86 LPX is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P86 LPX, 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

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What year was P86 LPX registered?

P86 LPX is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P86 LPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P86 LPX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P86 LPX have outstanding finance?

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