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P853 WKG

1997 Yamaha Dragstar

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,865 mi
Last recorded11,865 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2012
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Dragstar15,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP853 WKG
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 Jul 2012 11,865 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 11,865 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 7,202 miles

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

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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P853 WKG is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P853 WKG, 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 P853 WKG registered?

P853 WKG is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P853 WKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P853 WKG shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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