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SP51 EYV

2002 Yamaha Dragstar

Red Petrol 1063cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2025
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

16,161 mi
Last recorded16,161 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Yamaha Dragstar16,203 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 EYV
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,063cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 16,161 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 15,615 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Apr 2021 15,239 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 13,887 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 12,197 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 11,580 miles

Aftermarket exhaust fitted

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2012 10,223 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 10,216 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 May 2011 8,885 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 8,850 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 7 May 2009 8,301 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

rea\r brake binding slightly

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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SP51 EYV is a 2002 Yamaha Dragstar in Red with a 1,063cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha Dragstar models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 16,203 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 SP51 EYV, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha Dragstar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SP51 EYV registered?

SP51 EYV is a 2002 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 20 February 2002.

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