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R811 EVW

1998 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

9,710 mi
Last recorded9,710 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Virago17,619 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR811 EVW
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 9,710 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 7,915 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 6,019 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 5,101 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 4,588 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 4,546 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 4,450 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 4,273 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 3,686 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 3,686 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Jun 2016 3,653 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 3,520 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 3,286 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 3,251 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 3,228 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 2,942 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 2,714 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 2,430 miles
Pass 27 May 2005 2,418 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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R811 EVW is a 1998 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.5% with a typical mileage of 17,619 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 R811 EVW, 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 28 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 R811 EVW registered?

R811 EVW is a 1998 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 5 January 1998.

Is R811 EVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R811 EVW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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