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H556 DPV

1990 Yamaha DT50

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,813 mi
Last recorded26,813 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1990 Yamaha DT5025,402 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH556 DPV
MakeYamaha
ModelDT50
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 26,813 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 26,813 miles

Horn slightly loose loose button. (7.7 (b))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 26,804 miles

Nearside Front Horn slightly loose cover off switch missing. (7.7 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2020 26,773 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2015 26,708 miles

Centre Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 26,707 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 25,764 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 25,651 miles

front forks weak

gaiters over front forks

Fail 26 Sep 2012 25,651 miles

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

front forks weak

gaiters over front forks

Pass 12 Oct 2011 25,318 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2011 25,318 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 23,239 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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H556 DPV is a 1990 Yamaha DT50 in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha DT50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 25,402 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 H556 DPV, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha DT50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H556 DPV registered?

H556 DPV is a 1990 Yamaha DT50, first registered on 3 December 1990.

Is H556 DPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H556 DPV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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