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R359 ACR

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

55,470 mi
Last recorded55,470 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR359 ACR
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2023 55,470 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 54,241 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 52,819 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 51,410 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2019 51,410 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Mar 2018 47,821 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 47,543 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 42,293 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 38,908 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 33,901 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 30,795 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 28,194 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 28,025 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 25,171 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2010 24,952 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 24,207 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 23,877 miles

exhaust noisey

Pass 30 May 2007 23,060 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 21,907 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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R359 ACR is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R359 ACR, 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 R359 ACR registered?

R359 ACR is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 22 October 1997.

Is R359 ACR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R359 ACR shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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