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P58 WTX

1997 Yamaha Dragstar

Orange Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

16,445 mi
Last recorded16,445 miles
Recorded on21 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Dragstar15,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP58 WTX
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2024 16,445 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 16,375 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 16,348 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2020 16,291 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 16,056 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 14,918 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 14,895 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 14,834 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 14,744 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 14,436 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 14,251 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 13,941 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 13,468 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 12,389 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 11,994 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 2 Jul 2008 11,994 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 11,700 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 10,535 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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P58 WTX is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar in Orange with a 649cc 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 P58 WTX, 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 P58 WTX registered?

P58 WTX is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 4 April 1997.

Is P58 WTX safe to buy?

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