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S441 LHG

1998 Yamaha Dragstar

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

21,902 mi
Last recorded21,902 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Dragstar17,418 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS441 LHG
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 21,902 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2025 21,599 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 20,783 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2022 20,783 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2021 20,038 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 20,036 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 18,963 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 17,492 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Nov 2018 17,492 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2018 16,465 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 16,455 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 16,124 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 15,827 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2014 15,521 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 14,478 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 12,319 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2010 12,319 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 9,659 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2008 9,650 miles

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

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Jan 2008 6,777 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 6,777 miles

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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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S441 LHG is a 1998 Yamaha Dragstar in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Dragstar models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 17,418 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 S441 LHG, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha Dragstar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S441 LHG?

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What year was S441 LHG registered?

S441 LHG is a 1998 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 24 October 1998.

Is S441 LHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S441 LHG shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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