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UPO 389T

1979 Yamaha Dt

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,307 mi
Last recorded12,307 miles
Recorded on8 May 2009
Typical for 1979 Yamaha Dt9,245 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUPO 389T
MakeYamaha
ModelDt
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2009 12,307 miles

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

clutch lever end broken off

Fail 8 May 2009 12,307 miles

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

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

clutch lever end broken off

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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UPO 389T is a 1979 Yamaha Dt in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha Dt models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 9,245 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 Dt fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 42 recorded failures. If you're considering buying UPO 389T, 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 47 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 UPO 389T registered?

UPO 389T is a 1979 Yamaha Dt, first registered on 3 February 1979.

Is UPO 389T safe to buy?

The MOT history for UPO 389T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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