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R181 ECT

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,557 mi
Last recorded21,557 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR181 ECT
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2026 21,557 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2026 21,498 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2024 21,367 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 21,346 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 21,023 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 21,006 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 20,998 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 20,506 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 20,389 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 19,653 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 17,983 miles

class has changed now made in to trike

Pass 18 Nov 2010 17,964 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 17,964 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2009 17,964 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 17,964 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 17,964 miles
Fail 11 May 2007 17,964 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 2 May 2006 17,964 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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R181 ECT is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R181 ECT, 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 R181 ECT registered?

R181 ECT is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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