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1992 Yamaha Dt MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Dt models manufactured in 1992, based on 62 real MOT test results.

67.7%
Pass Rate
32.3%
Fail Rate
62
Total Tests
18,784
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

1992 Yamaha Dt MOT Analysis

The 1992 Yamaha Dt has an MOT pass rate of 67.7% based on 62 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 18,784 miles on the odometer. With a 32.3% failure rate, the 1992 Dt is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1992 Yamaha Dt is Motorcycle lamps and reflectors, responsible for 16.1% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50. Motorcycle brakes is the second most common issue at 6.5%. Motorcycle structure and attachments follows at 4.8%.

⚠ Based on limited data (62 tests)

Top failures specific to 1992 models only. The overall Dt page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors 16.1%
Motorcycle brakes 6.5%
Motorcycle structure and attachments 4.8%

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Motorcycle Lamps And Reflectors16.1%10
2Motorcycle Brakes6.5%4
3Motorcycle Structure And Attachments4.8%3
4Identification Of The Vehicle3.2%2
5Motorcycle Suspension3.2%2
6Motorcycle Steering3.2%2
7Motorcycle Wheels1.6%1
8Motorcycle Audible Warning (Horn)1.6%1
9Motorcycle Tyres1.6%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 18,784 mi

For every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors8.59% per 10K miMotorcycle brakes3.43% per 10K miMotorcycle structure and attachments2.58% per 10K miIdentification of the vehicle1.72% per 10K miMotorcycle suspension1.72% per 10K miMotorcycle steering1.72% per 10K miMotorcycle wheels0.86% per 10K miMotorcycle audible warning (Horn)0.86% per 10K miMotorcycle tyres0.86% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Motorcycle lamps and reflectors8.5916.1%10
Motorcycle brakes3.436.5%4
Motorcycle structure and attachments2.584.8%3
Identification of the vehicle1.723.2%2
Motorcycle suspension1.723.2%2
Motorcycle steering1.723.2%2
Motorcycle wheels0.861.6%1
Motorcycle audible warning (Horn)0.861.6%1
Motorcycle tyres0.861.6%1

Mileage Statistics

18,784
Mean
19,999
Median
15,926
25th Percentile
25,764
75th Percentile
17.20% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 1992 Yamaha Dt has an MOT pass rate of 67.7% based on 62 tests — slightly above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 18,784 miles on the odometer. With a 32.3% failure rate, the 1992 Dt is rated as "Good" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 1992 Yamaha Dt, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle lamps and reflectors: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With relatively low average mileage of 18,784 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors — 16.1% of failures

Motorcycle lamps and reflectors issues account for 16.1% of MOT failures on 1992 Yamaha Dt models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.

Motorcycle brakes — 6.5% of failures

Motorcycle brakes issues account for 6.5% of MOT failures on 1992 Yamaha Dt models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).

Motorcycle structure and attachments — 4.8% of failures

Motorcycle structure and attachments issues account for 4.8% of MOT failures on 1992 Yamaha Dt models. Motorcycle structure and attachments issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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