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P976 KKM

1997 Yamaha Dragstar

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

31,236 mi
Last recorded31,236 miles
Recorded on13 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Dragstar15,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP976 KKM
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2022 31,236 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 31,054 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 30,450 miles

Front Fender Missing.

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

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

Speedo Cable close to front tyre on full right hand lock.

Fail 26 Apr 2012 29,899 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 29,899 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 28,917 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 28,917 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 28,425 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2009 27,729 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 27,717 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Sep 2007 27,204 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2006 25,736 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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P976 KKM is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar in Silver with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P976 KKM, 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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P976 KKM is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 27 January 1997.

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