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P277 OPU

1997 Yamaha Dragstar

Yellow Petrol 648cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

18,790 mi
Last recorded18,790 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Dragstar15,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP277 OPU
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine648cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 18,790 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 18,576 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 18,277 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jun 2021 18,166 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 18,100 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 17,031 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 16,697 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2016 16,317 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 15,836 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 15,146 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Upper Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 28 Feb 2013 15,146 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Upper Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 13,759 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jul 2008 12,576 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 11,440 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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P277 OPU is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar in Yellow with a 648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P277 OPU, 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 P277 OPU registered?

P277 OPU is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 3 April 1997.

Is P277 OPU safe to buy?

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