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FJ03 BJK

2003 Yamaha Dragstar

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

18,488 mi
Last recorded18,488 miles
Recorded on1 May 2024
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Dragstar14,861 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ03 BJK
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2024 18,488 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Apr 2024 18,488 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Shock absorber likely to become detached Rear shock is snapped at swingarm (5.3.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 May 2022 15,438 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 14,424 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2020 13,973 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Nearside Rear indicator loose

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 16 May 2019 13,351 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 4 May 2018 12,154 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp mask convertor fitted.

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2017 11,723 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp mask/converter fitted

Nearside Front Running light insecure

Pass 8 Jun 2016 10,885 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 10,885 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Fail 26 Mar 2015 9,185 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 9,185 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jun 2014 8,670 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 7,878 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 7,093 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 7,093 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2011 6,718 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 6,230 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 5,751 miles

Nail in rear tyre

advised nail in rear tyre advised to have repaired

Pass 28 Feb 2008 5,126 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 4,555 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 4,020 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Dragstar?

Based on 3,041 MOT tests across 248 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
483
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
248
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 34
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 15
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 9
reflector on motorcycle missing 9
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FJ03 BJK is a 2003 Yamaha Dragstar in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha Dragstar models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 14,861 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 Dragstar fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FJ03 BJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Dragstar typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha Dragstar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FJ03 BJK registered?

FJ03 BJK is a 2003 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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