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DCW 878Y

1983 Yamaha Unknown

Red Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,605 mi
Last recorded25,605 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 1983 Yamaha Unknown14,992 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDCW 878Y
MakeYamaha
ModelUnknown
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2025 25,605 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front brake lever travel is long suggesting a requirement for repair or adjustment

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp side light flashing slightly when the indicators are operated (4.2.3 (b))

How Reliable is the Yamaha Unknown?

Based on 20,218 MOT tests across 8,531 vehicles.

86.8%
Pass Rate
257
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
8,531
On UK Roads
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DCW 878Y is a 1983 Yamaha Unknown in Red with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 14,992 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The Yamaha Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 43 years old, this Yamaha Unknown is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DCW 878Y registered?

DCW 878Y is a 1983 Yamaha Unknown, first registered on 16 April 1983.

Is DCW 878Y safe to buy?

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