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W57 BVP

2000 Yamaha Virago

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

18,488 mi
Last recorded18,488 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2014
Typical for 2000 Yamaha Virago18,182 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW57 BVP
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2014 18,488 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jul 2014 18,182 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 16,722 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2012 15,343 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 9,984 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 7,501 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 7,501 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2008 6,095 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 5,759 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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W57 BVP is a 2000 Yamaha Virago in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha Virago models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 18,182 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 W57 BVP, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha Virago is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W57 BVP registered?

W57 BVP is a 2000 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 12 June 2000.

Is W57 BVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for W57 BVP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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