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F361 BWW

1989 Yamaha DT50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,885 mi
Last recorded33,885 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha DT5022,683 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF361 BWW
MakeYamaha
ModelDT50
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 33,885 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2025 33,864 miles

Exhaust system insecure Bolts missing or loose. (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect No leaking, possibly the unit has been fitted the wrong way. (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust silencer likely to become detached Bolt about undone. (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Wheel spindle or securing nut(s) so insecure that wheel security or steering control is adversely affected (5.2.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Reartorque arm nut has no securing pin

Pass 15 Apr 2021 32,432 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear shock absorber worn

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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F361 BWW is a 1989 Yamaha DT50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha DT50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 22,683 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 F361 BWW, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha DT50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F361 BWW registered?

F361 BWW is a 1989 Yamaha DT50, first registered on 20 February 1989.

Is F361 BWW safe to buy?

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