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R572 GAG

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

11,671 mi
Last recorded11,671 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR572 GAG
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2024 11,671 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 11,295 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 10,647 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 10,138 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 9,562 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 9,367 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 9,339 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 9,339 miles

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 9,284 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 9,246 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 9,146 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 9,146 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 8,521 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 7,562 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 7,562 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 6,988 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 6,729 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 6,448 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 6,388 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 6,381 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 6,291 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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R572 GAG is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 R572 GAG, 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 R572 GAG registered?

R572 GAG is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R572 GAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R572 GAG shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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