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VJT 271X

1982 Yamaha DT175

White Petrol 171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

10,514 mi
Last recorded10,514 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 1982 Yamaha DT17513,130 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJT 271X
MakeYamaha
ModelDT175
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine171cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 10,514 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 10,077 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 9,833 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 9,833 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2016 9,669 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 9,604 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 9,604 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 9,398 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 9,360 miles

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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VJT 271X is a 1982 Yamaha DT175 in White with a 171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha DT175 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 13,130 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 VJT 271X, 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 44 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 VJT 271X registered?

VJT 271X is a 1982 Yamaha DT175, first registered on 23 March 1982.

Is VJT 271X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJT 271X shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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