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F480 RNM

1988 Yamaha DT50

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

30,835 mi
Last recorded30,835 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha DT5024,410 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF480 RNM
MakeYamaha
ModelDT50
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 30,835 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

advise chain gaurd missing

advise forks pitted

advise missing front mudgaurd

Fail 28 Nov 2025 30,835 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake rod insecure (1.1.15 (c))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

advise chain gaurd missing

advise forks pitted

advise missing front mudgaurd

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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F480 RNM is a 1988 Yamaha DT50 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 F480 RNM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F480 RNM registered?

F480 RNM is a 1988 Yamaha DT50, first registered on 1 October 1988.

Is F480 RNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F480 RNM shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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