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DEV 48X

1982 Yamaha SA50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2021
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

7,571 mi
Last recorded7,571 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2020
Typical for 1982 Yamaha SA503,118 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEV 48X
MakeYamaha
ModelSA50
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2020 7,571 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 7,280 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2013 7,270 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 6,447 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2012 6,639 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 15 Jul 2006 6,445 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2006 6,445 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha SA50?

Based on 410 MOT tests across 117 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
102
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
117
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp 10
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 8
Direction indicators not working 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 6
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DEV 48X is a 1982 Yamaha SA50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha SA50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 3,118 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 SA50 fails its MOT is direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp, accounting for 10 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DEV 48X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha SA50 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 44 years old, this Yamaha SA50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DEV 48X registered?

DEV 48X is a 1982 Yamaha SA50, first registered on 15 June 1982.

Is DEV 48X safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEV 48X shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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