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YDL 21T

1979 Yamaha Dt

Blue Petrol 171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2019
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,618 mi
Last recorded17,618 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2018
Typical for 1979 Yamaha Dt9,245 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYDL 21T
MakeYamaha
ModelDt
Year1979
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine171cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2018 17,618 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 17,590 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 17,557 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2016 17,557 miles

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2014 17,528 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 17,528 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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YDL 21T is a 1979 Yamaha Dt in Blue with a 171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha Dt models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 9,245 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 YDL 21T, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha Dt is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YDL 21T registered?

YDL 21T is a 1979 Yamaha Dt, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is YDL 21T safe to buy?

The MOT history for YDL 21T shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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