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F953 BYD

1988 Yamaha DT50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

18,123 mi
Last recorded18,123 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha DT5024,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF953 BYD
MakeYamaha
ModelDT50
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 18,123 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 17,257 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2023 16,554 miles

Rear Suspension attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Sep 2023 16,554 miles

Rear Suspension attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2014 16,548 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 16,548 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2008 44,441 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 36,325 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 35,719 miles

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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F953 BYD is a 1988 Yamaha DT50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 F953 BYD, 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.

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What year was F953 BYD registered?

F953 BYD is a 1988 Yamaha DT50, first registered on 17 August 1988.

Is F953 BYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F953 BYD shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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