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V556 ERB

1999 Yamaha DT50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,454 mi
Last recorded23,454 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV556 ERB
MakeYamaha
ModelDT50
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2014 23,454 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 23,430 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Front Wheel spoke missing (4.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 13 Aug 2012 13,256 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 13,068 miles

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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V556 ERB is a 1999 Yamaha DT50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V556 ERB, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha DT50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V556 ERB registered?

V556 ERB is a 1999 Yamaha DT50, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V556 ERB safe to buy?

The MOT history for V556 ERB shows 4 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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