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YNJ 497T

1978 Yamaha Dt

Orange Petrol 171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2019
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

2,280 mi
Last recorded2,280 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2018
Typical for 1978 Yamaha Dt12,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYNJ 497T
MakeYamaha
ModelDt
Year1978
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine171cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2018 2,280 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 2,205 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Jul 2016 2,115 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 2,007 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 1,956 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 1,840 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 1,174 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 2 miles

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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YNJ 497T is a 1978 Yamaha Dt in Orange with a 171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha Dt models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.4% with a typical mileage of 12,652 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YNJ 497T, 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 48 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 YNJ 497T registered?

YNJ 497T is a 1978 Yamaha Dt, first registered on 12 September 1978.

Is YNJ 497T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YNJ 497T shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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