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HF04 LWR

2004 Yamaha Dragstar

Silver Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

15,540 mi
Last recorded15,540 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Yamaha Dragstar5,788 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF04 LWR
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 15,540 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 Mar 2026 15,540 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 15,174 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2024 14,921 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 13,976 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 18 Nov 2022 13,976 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 12,908 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 11,829 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 11,829 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 11,400 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 11,233 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 16,740 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 9,073 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 8,046 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 7,859 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 7,533 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 7,069 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 6,746 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 6,261 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 5,648 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 4,935 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2007 4,182 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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HF04 LWR is a 2004 Yamaha Dragstar in Silver with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 Yamaha Dragstar models, the average MOT pass rate is 95.5% with a typical mileage of 5,788 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 HF04 LWR, 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 22 years old, this Yamaha Dragstar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HF04 LWR registered?

HF04 LWR is a 2004 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 24 May 2004.

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