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R41 DUB

1997 Yamaha Dragstar

Orange Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

2,742 mi
Last recorded2,742 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Dragstar15,536 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR41 DUB
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year1997
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 2,742 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 2,742 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 2,742 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort hub possibly warped (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Dec 2021 2,742 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort hub possibly warped (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 2,738 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 2,670 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 2,356 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 2,356 miles

Front Brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jun 2017 2,014 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2016 1,431 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 1,190 miles

front and rear tyres side wall perishing

Pass 10 Jun 2014 1,024 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 971 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 970 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 969 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 968 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 967 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 966 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 943 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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R41 DUB is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar in Orange with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R41 DUB, 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 R41 DUB registered?

R41 DUB is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 25 September 1997.

Is R41 DUB safe to buy?

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