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P89 CWP

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

8,039 mi
Last recorded8,039 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP89 CWP
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 8 Aug 2025 8,039 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jul 2013 8,024 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 7,949 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 7,377 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 6,983 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 6,911 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 6,601 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 6,382 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 5,196 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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P89 CWP is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red 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 P89 CWP, 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 P89 CWP registered?

P89 CWP is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 5 July 1997.

Is P89 CWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P89 CWP 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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