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R488 YCC

1998 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2018
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,883 mi
Last recorded15,883 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Virago17,619 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR488 YCC
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2017 15,883 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 15,103 miles

Rear tyre has repair close to outer edge.

Pass 7 Dec 2006 14,368 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 13,283 miles

Slight leak from left fork seal.

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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R488 YCC is a 1998 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R488 YCC, 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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What year was R488 YCC registered?

R488 YCC is a 1998 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is R488 YCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R488 YCC shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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