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BPE 840T

1979 Yamaha DT175

White Petrol 171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

9,290 mi
Last recorded9,290 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2018
Typical for 1979 Yamaha DT17512,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPE 840T
MakeYamaha
ModelDT175
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine171cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2018 9,290 miles

Rear Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2016 9,290 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 9 Dec 2016 9,290 miles

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

Nearside Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride footrest locking device missing (6.2.1h)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 28 Apr 2010 9,290 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 9,290 miles

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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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BPE 840T is a 1979 Yamaha DT175 in White with a 171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha DT175 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 12,302 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 BPE 840T, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha DT175 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BPE 840T registered?

BPE 840T is a 1979 Yamaha DT175, first registered on 1 February 1979.

Is BPE 840T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BPE 840T shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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