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R186 LSA

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

6,774 mi
Last recorded6,774 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR186 LSA
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2021 6,774 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 6,600 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 6,365 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 5,975 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2016 5,232 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 5,188 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 4,970 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 25 Aug 2011 4,925 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 4,581 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 4,373 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 4,362 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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R186 LSA is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 R186 LSA, 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 R186 LSA registered?

R186 LSA is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R186 LSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R186 LSA shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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