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M487 BFG

1994 Yamaha DT50

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2022
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

20,948 mi
Last recorded20,948 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2021
Typical for 1994 Yamaha DT5018,749 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM487 BFG
MakeYamaha
ModelDT50
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2021 20,948 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 20,941 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 20,909 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 18,749 miles

Chain guard missing

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 25 Apr 2015 18,749 miles

Chain guard missing

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

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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M487 BFG is a 1994 Yamaha DT50 in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha DT50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 18,749 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 M487 BFG, 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 32 years old, this Yamaha DT50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M487 BFG registered?

M487 BFG is a 1994 Yamaha DT50, first registered on 21 October 1994.

Is M487 BFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M487 BFG shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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