MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
35,453 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust stud loose but still secure (6.1.2 (a))
Indicator switch inoperative Does not stay on (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Rear Parking brake lever inoperative Cable missing (1.1.6 (d))
Offside Parking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))
Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Yamaha Virago?
Based on 18,852 MOT tests across 1,770 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R161 NHY is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
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 R161 NHY, 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 R161 NHY registered?
R161 NHY is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is R161 NHY safe to buy?
The MOT history for R161 NHY shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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