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P887 MVV

1997 Yamaha Virago

Orange Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,370 mi
Last recorded12,370 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2014
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP887 MVV
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2014 12,370 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2013 12,181 miles

Appears to have throttle damper fitted

Fail 8 Jul 2013 12,181 miles

Appears to have throttle damper fitted

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 12,076 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 11,917 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 9,606 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 8,659 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 8,015 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 6,120 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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P887 MVV is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Orange with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 P887 MVV, 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 P887 MVV registered?

P887 MVV is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 6 March 1997.

Is P887 MVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P887 MVV shows 9 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.

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