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K897 GFL

2000 Yamaha Virago

Black Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

22,672 mi
Last recorded22,672 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha Virago18,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK897 GFL
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2025 22,672 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 22,534 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 22,210 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2021 21,857 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 21,646 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 21,421 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 21,138 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 20,991 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 20,991 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 20,439 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 19,578 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 18,627 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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K897 GFL is a 2000 Yamaha Virago in Black with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 K897 GFL, 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 K897 GFL registered?

K897 GFL is a 2000 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 13 April 2000.

Is K897 GFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for K897 GFL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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