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L458 DCW

1993 Yamaha Townmate

Blue Petrol 79cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,670 mi
Last recorded21,670 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL458 DCW
MakeYamaha
ModelTownmate
Year1993
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine79cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 21,670 miles

rear frame an mudguard corroded

Fail 10 Feb 2026 21,670 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

rear frame an mudguard corroded

Pass 12 Jul 2022 21,640 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2022 21,640 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation PRS -Repaired (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 21,298 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 20,904 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 19,994 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 19,452 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 18,636 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 17,283 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 15,934 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 14,858 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 13,614 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 10,409 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 9,702 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Townmate?

Based on 670 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 10
Direction indicator not working 7
Wheel spoke excessively loose 6
suspension assembly has excessive free play in the pivot bearings. 6
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L458 DCW is a 1993 Yamaha Townmate in Blue with a 79cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Townmate fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L458 DCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Townmate typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 33 years old, this Yamaha Townmate is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L458 DCW registered?

L458 DCW is a 1993 Yamaha Townmate, first registered on 2 November 1993.

Is L458 DCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L458 DCW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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