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R351 GGX

1998 Yamaha Virago

White Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

28,843 mi
Last recorded28,843 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Virago17,619 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR351 GGX
MakeYamaha
ModelVirago
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2017 28,843 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 27,391 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 31,847 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 31,847 miles

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 29,479 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 27,028 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 27,028 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 25,574 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 24,904 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 24,162 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 23,398 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 38,327 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 36,862 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2006 31,039 miles

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

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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R351 GGX is a 1998 Yamaha Virago in White with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R351 GGX, 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.

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What year was R351 GGX registered?

R351 GGX is a 1998 Yamaha Virago, first registered on 24 March 1998.

Is R351 GGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R351 GGX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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