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DS16 VTJ

2016 Yamaha Yn

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

3,140 mi
Last recorded3,140 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Yamaha Yn5,732 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS16 VTJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYn
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 3,140 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 17 Jan 2026 3,114 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2024 2,807 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 2,409 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2023 2,409 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2021 1,258 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 828 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 570 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 186 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yn?

Based on 3,017 MOT tests across 567 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
706
Miles/Year
13
Year Lifespan
567
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 40
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DS16 VTJ is a 2016 Yamaha Yn in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Yamaha Yn models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.9% with a typical mileage of 5,732 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 Yn fails its MOT is tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS16 VTJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yn typically stays on UK roads for around 13 years. At 10 years old, this Yamaha Yn is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DS16 VTJ registered?

DS16 VTJ is a 2016 Yamaha Yn, first registered on 19 May 2016.

Is DS16 VTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS16 VTJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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