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P295 UAE

1997 Yamaha Dragstar

Orange Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,993 mi
Last recorded31,993 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Dragstar15,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP295 UAE
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2021 31,993 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 31,282 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 9 Dec 2020 31,282 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 30,893 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 29,771 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 29,664 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

fork seal dust covers persihed

fuel tank damaged

Pass 26 Apr 2011 29,511 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 29,138 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 28,794 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 27,486 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 27,112 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2006 27,092 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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P295 UAE is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar in Orange with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 P295 UAE, 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 P295 UAE registered?

P295 UAE is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is P295 UAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P295 UAE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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