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F61 TPV

1989 Yamaha DT50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

24,170 mi
Last recorded24,170 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Yamaha DT5022,683 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF61 TPV
MakeYamaha
ModelDT50
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 24,170 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 23,380 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2021 23,380 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 23,270 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2013 21,915 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 20,595 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 20,070 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 16,838 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Front and rear lights dim

Fail 16 Jan 2008 16,837 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 15,607 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 15,607 miles

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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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F61 TPV is a 1989 Yamaha DT50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 F61 TPV, 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 F61 TPV registered?

F61 TPV is a 1989 Yamaha DT50, first registered on 26 June 1989.

Is F61 TPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F61 TPV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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