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R364 BCA

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

23,500 mi
Last recorded23,500 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR364 BCA
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2022 23,500 miles

front tyre cracking

Pass 1 Dec 2020 23,488 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 23,479 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2014 23,479 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 23,423 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 23,173 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 22,815 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 22,777 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 22,777 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 22,343 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2008 22,343 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Feb 2007 19,715 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 18,865 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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R364 BCA is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 R364 BCA, 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 R364 BCA registered?

R364 BCA is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 15 September 1997.

Is R364 BCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R364 BCA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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