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F818 FAW

1989 Yamaha DT50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,028 mi
Last recorded26,028 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2013
Typical for 1989 Yamaha DT5022,683 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF818 FAW
MakeYamaha
ModelDT50
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2013 26,028 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2013 26,028 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 May 2011 25,960 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 25,960 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 23,817 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 23,816 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 23,734 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 3,182 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2005 23,363 miles

Centre Front Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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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F818 FAW is a 1989 Yamaha DT50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 F818 FAW, 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 F818 FAW registered?

F818 FAW is a 1989 Yamaha DT50, first registered on 4 June 1989.

Is F818 FAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F818 FAW shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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