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B509 LPC

1984 Yamaha DT175

White Petrol 171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

6,146 mi
Last recorded6,146 miles
Recorded on14 May 2021
Typical for 1984 Yamaha DT17512,139 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB509 LPC
MakeYamaha
ModelDT175
Year1984
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine171cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2021 6,146 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 14 May 2021 6,146 miles

Brake component insecure front brake cable lower adjuster loose (1.1.21 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2017 6,062 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 6,013 miles

no indicators fitted at time of test

Fail 21 Mar 2016 6,006 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp indicators (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp indicators (1.3.2)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of the horn indicators (1.3.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2015 5,656 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 5,421 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 5,360 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 31 Mar 2012 5,328 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 4,875 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 4,576 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha DT175?

Based on 2,965 MOT tests across 722 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
97
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
722
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 29
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 25
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 24
reflector on motorcycle missing 21
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B509 LPC is a 1984 Yamaha DT175 in White with a 171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha DT175 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 12,139 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 DT175 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B509 LPC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha DT175 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 42 years old, this Yamaha DT175 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B509 LPC registered?

B509 LPC is a 1984 Yamaha DT175, first registered on 31 October 1984.

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