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DWS 170W

1980 Yamaha DT175

Black Petrol 171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

9,073 mi
Last recorded9,073 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2012
Typical for 1980 Yamaha DT17510,979 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDWS 170W
MakeYamaha
ModelDT175
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine171cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Aug 2012 9,073 miles

Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

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

Could not check the fuel cap seal as no key was supplied to unlock the fuel cap

Direction indicators affected by the use of the horn

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 8,742 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 8,475 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 8,472 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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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DWS 170W is a 1980 Yamaha DT175 in Black with a 171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha DT175 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 10,979 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 DWS 170W, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha DT175 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DWS 170W registered?

DWS 170W is a 1980 Yamaha DT175, first registered on 9 December 1980.

Is DWS 170W safe to buy?

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