MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
24,051 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear suspension bush has slight free play Lower shock bush (2.4.A2a(i))
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Offside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)
irregular wear pattern on front tyre
slight 2-stroke oil leak
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)
How Reliable is the Yamaha DT175?
Based on 2,965 MOT tests across 722 vehicles.
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LAF 705X is a 1981 Yamaha DT175 in White with a 171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 LAF 705X, 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.
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What year was LAF 705X registered?
LAF 705X is a 1981 Yamaha DT175, first registered on 14 August 1981.
Is LAF 705X safe to buy?
The MOT history for LAF 705X shows 18 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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