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P232 AFH

1997 Yamaha Dragstar

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

14,001 mi
Last recorded14,001 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Dragstar15,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP232 AFH
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 14,001 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 13,972 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 13,928 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2018 13,928 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jul 2015 13,715 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 13,169 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2007 12,647 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 10,869 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2005 8,661 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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P232 AFH is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Dragstar models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.8% with a typical mileage of 15,536 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P232 AFH, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Dragstar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P232 AFH registered?

P232 AFH is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 3 March 1997.

Is P232 AFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P232 AFH 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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