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R649 GGY

1997 Yamaha Dragstar

Black Petrol 649cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

24,857 mi
Last recorded24,857 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Dragstar15,536 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR649 GGY
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine649cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2024 24,857 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 24,807 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 24,730 miles

Rear Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2017 24,521 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2017 24,521 miles

Front Brake component leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 May 2016 24,521 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 23,377 miles

'Flash' light switch does not work with headlamp on.

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Nail in rear tyre

Throttle cable slightly stiff

Fail 29 Oct 2014 23,377 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

'Flash' light switch does not work with headlamp on.

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 23 Sep 2013 14,481 miles

Rear Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

nearside and offside foot rests slightly insecure

Pass 30 Aug 2012 9,988 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 9,988 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 9,810 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 9,589 miles

REAR TYRE AND FRONT TYRE HAS CRACKING TO SIDEWALL OF TYRES

Pass 24 Sep 2009 9,248 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 9,227 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2006 9,105 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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R649 GGY is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar in Black with a 649cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 R649 GGY, 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 R649 GGY registered?

R649 GGY is a 1997 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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