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P605 AUT

1997 Yamaha Dragstar

Red Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

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Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Yamaha Dragstar15,536 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP605 AUT
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2021

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Lighting masked

Fail 15 Jun 2021

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Front No mudgaurd

Rear Wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2020

Front No mudgaurd

Lighting masked

Over baffled

Throttle single cable normally twin

Pass 30 Apr 2019 16,014 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 13,524 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 13,508 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 13,031 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2012 11,832 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 10,917 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2010 10,119 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 24 Jul 2010 10,119 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 10,115 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 10,061 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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P605 AUT is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar in Red with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P605 AUT, 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 P605 AUT registered?

P605 AUT is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 10 February 1997.

Is P605 AUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P605 AUT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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