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R232 NFR

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

5,800 mi
Last recorded5,800 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR232 NFR
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 5,800 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 5,581 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 5,569 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 5,545 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 5,545 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible kick wrong way (4.1.4 (c))

Pass 25 Sep 2018 5,492 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 5,487 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2016 4,284 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 4,145 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 3,335 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 2,942 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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R232 NFR is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc 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 R232 NFR, 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 R232 NFR registered?

R232 NFR is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 6 October 1997.

Is R232 NFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R232 NFR 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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