MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
25,110 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
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)
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)
Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)
Rear position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2b)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
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)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Dragstar?
Based on 3,041 MOT tests across 248 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is P742 KSG safe to buy?
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