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R384 YAV

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

15,993 mi
Last recorded15,993 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR384 YAV
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 15,993 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 15,473 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 15,133 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 14,564 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 13,911 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 13,368 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 12,975 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 12,863 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 12,513 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 12,093 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2007 11,721 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 11,370 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 11,370 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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R384 YAV is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R384 YAV, 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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How do I check the history of R384 YAV?

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What year was R384 YAV registered?

R384 YAV is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R384 YAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R384 YAV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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