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RK03 ABU

2003 Yamaha Dragstar

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

25,453 mi
Last recorded25,453 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Yamaha Dragstar14,861 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK03 ABU
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2016 25,453 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 22,237 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 19,196 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 19,196 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Dec 2008 13,451 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 13,451 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 13,070 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 12,905 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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RK03 ABU is a 2003 Yamaha Dragstar in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha Dragstar models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 14,861 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 RK03 ABU, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha Dragstar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RK03 ABU registered?

RK03 ABU is a 2003 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 22 April 2003.

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