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WA08 LFS

2008 Yamaha Dragstar

Black Petrol 1670cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

39,602 mi
Last recorded39,602 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Dragstar25,062 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA08 LFS
MakeYamaha
ModelDragstar
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,670cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 39,602 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 39,562 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 39,042 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 38,334 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 37,546 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 36,637 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake bind

Rear Flexible brake hose attachment unattached

Pass 23 Jul 2018 35,571 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 33,023 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 30,644 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 30,373 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 30,373 miles

Rear Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Pass 20 Nov 2014 29,162 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 29,162 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 27,157 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 26,586 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 26,092 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 25,062 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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WA08 LFS is a 2008 Yamaha Dragstar in Black with a 1,670cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Dragstar models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 25,062 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 WA08 LFS, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha Dragstar is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WA08 LFS registered?

WA08 LFS is a 2008 Yamaha Dragstar, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is WA08 LFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA08 LFS shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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