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SP55 DFE

2005 Yamaha DT50

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2014
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

1,370 mi
Last recorded1,370 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2013
Typical for 2005 Yamaha DT506,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP55 DFE
MakeYamaha
ModelDT50
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2013 1,370 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

No lights fitted at time of test

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

Fail 29 May 2013 1,348 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

No.plate bracket not secured

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

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

Fail 24 May 2013 1,315 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Brake component cracked and seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

No.plate bracket not secured

R.H.Side fairing not secured

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

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

Pass 24 May 2012 199 miles

Side stand

nearside handgrip loose

All lamps masked

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 21 May 2012 2,600 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Side stand

nearside handgrip loose

Pass 15 Dec 2008 4,221 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

all indicators missing

Fail 11 Dec 2008

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

Front Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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SP55 DFE is a 2005 Yamaha DT50 in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha DT50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 6,963 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 SP55 DFE, 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 21 years old, this Yamaha DT50 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SP55 DFE registered?

SP55 DFE is a 2005 Yamaha DT50, first registered on 8 November 2005.

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