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B975 YKM

1985 Yamaha DT50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

Typical for 1985 Yamaha DT5019,917 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB975 YKM
MakeYamaha
ModelDT50
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2019
Pass 26 Aug 2017 21,303 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 21,303 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 21,298 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 21,244 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 21,223 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 21,133 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2009 21,109 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Nov 2009 21,109 miles

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 12 Mar 2008 21,055 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2008 21,045 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Mar 2007 19,261 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2007 19,240 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

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

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

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

locking device missing from rear brake reaction bracket rear fixing

Pass 10 Mar 2006 16,798 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha DT50?

Based on 3,954 MOT tests across 804 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
385
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 200
reflector on motorcycle missing 181
Direction indicators not working 91
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 84
Direction indicator not working 79
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B975 YKM is a 1985 Yamaha DT50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha DT50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 19,917 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha DT50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 200 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B975 YKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha DT50 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Yamaha DT50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B975 YKM registered?

B975 YKM is a 1985 Yamaha DT50, first registered on 24 May 1985.

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The MOT history for B975 YKM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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