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SNV 272V

1980 Yamaha DT175

Yellow Petrol 169cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2025
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,996 mi
Last recorded28,996 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2024
Typical for 1980 Yamaha DT17510,979 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSNV 272V
MakeYamaha
ModelDT175
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine169cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2024 28,996 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2024 28,996 miles

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

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 Apr 2016 28,947 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Feb 2015 28,836 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 28,608 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 28,444 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Jan 2011 28,080 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2011 28,080 miles

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

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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SNV 272V is a 1980 Yamaha DT175 in Yellow with a 169cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha DT175 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 10,979 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 SNV 272V, 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 46 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 SNV 272V registered?

SNV 272V is a 1980 Yamaha DT175, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is SNV 272V safe to buy?

The MOT history for SNV 272V shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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