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J497 LKA

1991 Yamaha DT50

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2025
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

21,623 mi
Last recorded21,623 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2024
Typical for 1991 Yamaha DT5015,612 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ497 LKA
MakeYamaha
ModelDT50
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2024 21,623 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose x4 (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 7 Dec 2024 21,623 miles

All direction indicators not working intermittent (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp not working brake does not operate light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose x4 (5.2.2 (d))

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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J497 LKA is a 1991 Yamaha DT50 in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha DT50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 15,612 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 DT50 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 200 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J497 LKA, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha DT50 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J497 LKA registered?

J497 LKA is a 1991 Yamaha DT50, first registered on 6 September 1991.

Is J497 LKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J497 LKA shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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