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R606 ESG

1997 Yamaha Virago

Orange Petrol 535cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

11,011 mi
Last recorded11,011 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR606 ESG
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine535cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 11,011 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 10,962 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 10,616 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 7,319 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 7,037 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 6,797 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 6,515 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 6,242 miles
Fail 3 May 2018 6,242 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 17 Aug 2016 5,466 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 4,747 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 4,273 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 3,685 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 2,222 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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R606 ESG is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Orange with a 535cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R606 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R606 ESG registered?

R606 ESG is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 22 November 1997.

Is R606 ESG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R606 ESG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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