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F38 NDV

1989 Yamaha DT50

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2012
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

31,982 mi
Last recorded31,982 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2011
Typical for 1989 Yamaha DT5022,683 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF38 NDV
MakeYamaha
ModelDT50
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2011 31,982 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

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

Fail 10 Aug 2011 31,982 miles

Front Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Nearside Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear reflector on sidecar missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2010 9,808 miles

engine idle slightly high....

Fail 14 Jan 2010 9,808 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

engine idle slightly high....

Pass 13 Jan 2009 9,808 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 9,808 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2007 6,511 miles

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

fuel tank repaire

Fail 13 Oct 2007 6,508 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

fuel tank repaire

Pass 13 Oct 2005 6,328 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2005 6,328 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

indicators too dim

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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F38 NDV is a 1989 Yamaha DT50 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 F38 NDV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F38 NDV registered?

F38 NDV is a 1989 Yamaha DT50, first registered on 15 June 1989.

Is F38 NDV safe to buy?

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