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R603 ESG

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

35,186 mi
Last recorded35,186 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR603 ESG
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 35,186 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 28 May 2026 35,176 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake cylinder travel close to excessive (1.1.16 (e) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 34,040 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 May 2024 33,989 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 33,989 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 32,772 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 25,985 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 25,984 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2007 25,978 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2006 25,955 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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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R603 ESG is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R603 ESG, 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 R603 ESG registered?

R603 ESG is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 26 November 1997.

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