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P742 KSG

1997 Yamaha Dragstar

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

25,110 mi
Last recorded25,110 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2014
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Dragstar15,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP742 KSG
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2014 25,110 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jan 2014 25,099 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Fail 3 Dec 2013 25,091 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fail 23 Oct 2013 25,078 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Fail 28 Aug 2013 24,551 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively bent (4.2.1b)

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 19,102 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2012 19,102 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 15,084 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 15,084 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 14,456 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 11,962 miles

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

Fail 17 Sep 2008 11,962 miles

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

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 5,956 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 3,219 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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P742 KSG is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 P742 KSG, 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 P742 KSG registered?

P742 KSG is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 6 March 1997.

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