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F23 MDL

1988 Yamaha Dt

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2025
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

11,071 mi
Last recorded11,071 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2024
Typical for 1988 Yamaha Dt15,682 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF23 MDL
MakeYamaha
ModelDt
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2024 11,071 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 10,903 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 10,705 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2021 10,705 miles

Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Rear Wheel spoke cracked (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 9,750 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 12,051 miles

Front tyre has split in side wall but less than 25mm

Fail 26 Jun 2014 12,051 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

Front tyre has split in side wall but less than 25mm

Small bolt missing from front exhaust mounting but is secure not to fall off.

Fail 29 Apr 2013 12,050 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

rear tyre perishing

Pass 29 Apr 2013 12,050 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

rear tyre perishing

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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F23 MDL is a 1988 Yamaha Dt in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha Dt models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.5% with a typical mileage of 15,682 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 F23 MDL, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha Dt is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F23 MDL registered?

F23 MDL is a 1988 Yamaha Dt, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F23 MDL safe to buy?

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