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R238 CBP

1998 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

22,263 mi
Last recorded22,263 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Virago17,619 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR238 CBP
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 22,263 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 21,386 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 21,369 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 21,260 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 20,835 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 17,516 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 17,516 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 39,842 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 38,077 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 36,130 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 31,531 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2015 31,531 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 30,472 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 24,991 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 19,341 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 17,627 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 16,431 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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R238 CBP is a 1998 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 17,619 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 R238 CBP, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha Virago is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of R238 CBP?

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What year was R238 CBP registered?

R238 CBP is a 1998 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 6 April 1998.

Is R238 CBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R238 CBP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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