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R58 LJT

1997 Yamaha Dragstar

Silver Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

25,520 mi
Last recorded25,520 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Dragstar15,536 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR58 LJT
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 25,520 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2025 25,520 miles

Front Handlebar insecure to the extent that detachment is likely (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 May 2023 25,360 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 25,130 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 25,007 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 24,677 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 24,226 miles

Rear indicators are mounted either side of motorcycle seat would be better mounted on rear wings

Pass 8 Aug 2016 24,022 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 23,656 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 22,353 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 21,653 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 21,414 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 20,738 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 20,082 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 18,346 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 18,346 miles

Offside Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 18,344 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 18,124 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 17,368 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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R58 LJT is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar in Silver with a 649cc 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 R58 LJT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R58 LJT registered?

R58 LJT is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 1 October 1997.

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The MOT history for R58 LJT shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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