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R905 CNW

1997 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2023
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

15,769 mi
Last recorded15,769 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Virago13,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR905 CNW
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2022 15,769 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2018 13,295 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 13,030 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 10,107 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Oct 2013 9,646 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 8,398 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 6,642 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 4,168 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 3,022 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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R905 CNW is a 1997 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 R905 CNW, 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 R905 CNW registered?

R905 CNW is a 1997 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 26 August 1997.

Is R905 CNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R905 CNW shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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