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SDY 492S

1978 Yamaha Dt

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,022 mi
Last recorded24,022 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 Yamaha Dt12,652 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSDY 492S
MakeYamaha
ModelDt
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2018 24,022 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2017 24,009 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 23,927 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 23,926 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2014 23,881 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 23,760 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 23,758 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 23,731 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 23,485 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Dt?

Based on 1,828 MOT tests across 323 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
303
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
323
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 42
reflector on motorcycle missing 34
Direction indicator not working 29
Direction indicators not working 28
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 27
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SDY 492S is a 1978 Yamaha Dt in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha Dt models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.4% with a typical mileage of 12,652 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Dt fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SDY 492S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Dt typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 48 years old, this Yamaha Dt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SDY 492S registered?

SDY 492S is a 1978 Yamaha Dt, first registered on 11 January 1978.

Is SDY 492S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SDY 492S shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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