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P387 DPE

1997 Yamaha Dragstar

Black Petrol 648cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

21,628 mi
Last recorded21,628 miles
Recorded on23 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Dragstar15,536 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP387 DPE
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine648cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2026 21,628 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 21,048 miles

gear lever loose but still secure

Pass 6 Oct 2023 21,040 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 21,038 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 20,813 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2018 20,112 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 19,888 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2016 19,286 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 18,687 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2014 18,175 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 18,173 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 17,316 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 17,273 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 17,245 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 17,091 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 16,631 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 14,183 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 13,006 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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P387 DPE is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar in Black with a 648cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P387 DPE, 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 P387 DPE registered?

P387 DPE is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 4 April 1997.

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