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UVN 503S

1978 Yamaha Dt

White Petrol 246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,750 mi
Last recorded19,750 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2018
Typical for 1978 Yamaha Dt12,652 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUVN 503S
MakeYamaha
ModelDt
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine246cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2018 19,750 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 19,681 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

N/S Handlebar control block loose

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 19,627 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 18,799 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 17,873 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 15,387 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 11,354 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 24 Jan 2006 7,469 miles

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 24 Jan 2006 7,469 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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UVN 503S is a 1978 Yamaha Dt in White with a 246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 UVN 503S, 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 UVN 503S registered?

UVN 503S is a 1978 Yamaha Dt, first registered on 15 March 1978.

Is UVN 503S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UVN 503S shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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