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R788 OEF

1997 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2021
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,159 mi
Last recorded7,159 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR788 OEF
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 12 Apr 2020 7,159 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 7,081 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 7,031 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 6,719 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 5,918 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 May 2012 5,787 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front and Rear tyre walls have slight perishing.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 May 2011 5,600 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 5,225 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 4,670 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 4,353 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 4,265 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 4,090 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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R788 OEF is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R788 OEF, 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 R788 OEF registered?

R788 OEF is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 4 November 1997.

Is R788 OEF safe to buy?

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