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F253 FTT

1988 Yamaha DT50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,040 mi
Last recorded34,040 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2017
Typical for 1988 Yamaha DT5024,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF253 FTT
MakeYamaha
ModelDT50
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2017 34,040 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 33,211 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 32,713 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 31,904 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 31,904 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 31,017 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 27,312 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 25,169 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 25,169 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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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F253 FTT is a 1988 Yamaha DT50 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 1988 Yamaha DT50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.8% with a typical mileage of 24,410 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F253 FTT, 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 F253 FTT registered?

F253 FTT is a 1988 Yamaha DT50, first registered on 3 August 1988.

Is F253 FTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for F253 FTT 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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