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PEJ 486S

1978 Yamaha DT175

White Petrol 171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2016
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,811 mi
Last recorded13,811 miles
Recorded on21 May 2015
Typical for 1978 Yamaha DT1759,751 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEJ 486S
MakeYamaha
ModelDT175
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine171cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 May 2015 13,811 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 13,548 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 13,428 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 13,390 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

clutch lever pivots slightly worn

Pass 30 Jul 2010 13,270 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

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

clutch lever pivots slightly worn

Pass 29 Jul 2009 12,942 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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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PEJ 486S is a 1978 Yamaha DT175 in White with a 171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha DT175 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 9,751 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 PEJ 486S, 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 48 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 PEJ 486S registered?

PEJ 486S is a 1978 Yamaha DT175, first registered on 10 May 1978.

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