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RNH 262Y

1983 Yamaha DT50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2022
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

41,899 mi
Last recorded41,899 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2021
Typical for 1983 Yamaha DT5019,648 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRNH 262Y
MakeYamaha
ModelDT50
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2021 41,899 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 41,899 miles

Front Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))

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

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 40,424 miles

Lower Shock absorber slightly loose mounting pivot bush (5.3.2 (a) (i))

handle bar slightly bent

Fail 21 Sep 2018 40,424 miles

Lower Shock absorber slightly loose mounting pivot bush (5.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

handle bar slightly bent

Pass 5 Feb 2018 39,139 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Handlebars slightly to left - when wheels straight

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play Swinging arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play Bottom shock absorber bush (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 38,797 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2015 38,788 miles

oil leak on nearside of engine

Pass 4 Aug 2014 38,458 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 14,880 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

main beam warning not working

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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RNH 262Y is a 1983 Yamaha DT50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha DT50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 19,648 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 RNH 262Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha DT50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RNH 262Y registered?

RNH 262Y is a 1983 Yamaha DT50, first registered on 29 June 1983.

Is RNH 262Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for RNH 262Y shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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