MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
40,316 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS
Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Yamaha DT50?
Based on 3,954 MOT tests across 804 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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E257 VAT is a 1988 Yamaha DT50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1988 Yamaha DT50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 24,410 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 DT50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 200 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E257 VAT, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha DT50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was E257 VAT registered?
E257 VAT is a 1988 Yamaha DT50, first registered on 23 July 1988.
Is E257 VAT safe to buy?
The MOT history for E257 VAT shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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