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P951 OHJ

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,880 mi
Last recorded14,880 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP951 OHJ
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2026 14,880 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 12,931 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 11,291 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 9,788 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 8,816 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 6,960 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 5,766 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 4,655 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 3,440 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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P951 OHJ is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P951 OHJ, 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 P951 OHJ registered?

P951 OHJ is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 22 March 1997.

Is P951 OHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P951 OHJ shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P951 OHJ have outstanding finance?

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