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JCW 439W

1981 Yamaha DT175

Black Petrol 171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2021
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

19,638 mi
Last recorded19,638 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 Yamaha DT17515,872 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJCW 439W
MakeYamaha
ModelDT175
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine171cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2020 19,638 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 19,317 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2018 19,275 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2015 19,262 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 27 May 2014 19,262 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

small amount of play in rear wheel

Pass 29 Apr 2013 19,241 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 18,681 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha DT175?

Based on 2,965 MOT tests across 722 vehicles.

85.3%
Pass Rate
97
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
722
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 29
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 25
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 24
reflector on motorcycle missing 21
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JCW 439W is a 1981 Yamaha DT175 in Black with a 171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha DT175 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 15,872 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha DT175 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JCW 439W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha DT175 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha DT175 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JCW 439W registered?

JCW 439W is a 1981 Yamaha DT175, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is JCW 439W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JCW 439W shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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