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E44 VUD

1987 Yamaha DT50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2015
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

22,217 mi
Last recorded22,217 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2014
Typical for 1987 Yamaha DT5022,217 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE44 VUD
MakeYamaha
ModelDT50
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2014 22,217 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 18 Jul 2014 22,217 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

exposed wires may rub on rear tyre

gear change loose

headlamp poorly fitted

Pass 28 Jun 2013 22,217 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 22,217 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 17 Mar 2012 22,217 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 22,217 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 22,219 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly distorted (6.1.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 22,219 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2009 22,219 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2008 22,219 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 4 Nov 2008 22,219 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 22,218 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 22,218 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 21,851 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

front brake travel adjustment soon

How Reliable is the Yamaha DT50?

Based on 3,954 MOT tests across 804 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
385
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
804
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 200
reflector on motorcycle missing 181
Direction indicators not working 91
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 84
Direction indicator not working 79
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E44 VUD is a 1987 Yamaha DT50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha DT50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 22,217 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 E44 VUD, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha DT50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E44 VUD registered?

E44 VUD is a 1987 Yamaha DT50, first registered on 11 August 1987.

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