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R56 DKX

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

9,147 mi
Last recorded9,147 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR56 DKX
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2022 9,147 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 9,020 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 8,979 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 8,896 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 8,850 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 8,850 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 8,783 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 8,783 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 25 Jul 2014 8,730 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2014 8,730 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 8,576 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 8,301 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2012 8,301 miles

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 13 Jun 2011 8,254 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 7,838 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 7,577 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 7,555 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 7,554 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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R56 DKX is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R56 DKX, 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 R56 DKX registered?

R56 DKX is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R56 DKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R56 DKX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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