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W959 DWC

2000 Yamaha Dragstar

Orange Petrol 400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

48,279 mi
Last recorded48,279 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 2000 Yamaha Dragstar22,101 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW959 DWC
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year2000
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine400cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 48,279 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 24 May 2018 48,255 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 May 2017 47,303 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 44,735 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2014 41,511 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2013 34,289 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 27,601 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 21,660 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 15,313 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 12,263 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 11,479 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 9,739 miles
Pass 22 May 2006 69,187 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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W959 DWC is a 2000 Yamaha Dragstar in Orange with a 400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha Dragstar models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 22,101 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 W959 DWC, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha Dragstar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W959 DWC registered?

W959 DWC is a 2000 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 14 August 2000.

Is W959 DWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for W959 DWC shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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