Daelim Vs 125 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Daelim Vs 125 reliable? We analysed 899 real MOT tests across 154 vehicles to find out.
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The Daelim Vs 125 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Daelim Vs 125.
Daelim Vs 125 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Daelim Vs 125. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Daelim Vs 125 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Daelim Vs 125 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Daelim Vs 125 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Daelim Vs 125 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Daelim Vs 125 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Daelim Vs 125 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Daelim Vs 125 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Daelim Vs 125 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 414 | 74.2% | 6,161 | 11,742 | 16,770 |
| 2002 | 212 | 71.7% | 6,664 | 12,099 | 20,476 |
| 2001 | 90 | 66.7% | 8,989 | 11,523 | 20,515 |
| 2000 | 144 | 72.9% | 7,416 | 15,485 | 22,316 |
How Long Does a Daelim Vs 125 Last?
Based on 154 Daelim Vs 125 vehicles on UK roads.
Daelim Vs 125 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Daelim Vs 125 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Daelim Vs 125
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
74.2% MOT pass rate from 414 tests
66.7% MOT pass rate from 90 tests
The best year to buy a used Daelim Vs 125 is 2003, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 74.2% across 414 tests. The 2001 model year has the lowest pass rate at 66.7% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Daelim Vs 125 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daelim Vs 125 THIS CAR | 72.7% | 899 | 12,690 mi | 26 yrs |
| Daelim Vl | 76.6% | 1,233 | 10,022 mi | 24 yrs |
| Daelim Daystar | 74.8% | 1,147 | 10,228 mi | 22 yrs |
| Daelim Roadwin | 72.2% | 1,131 | 11,117 mi | 22 yrs |
| Yamaha RD50 | 84.7% | 314 | 15,338 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Daelim Vl (76.6% pass rate) and the Daelim Daystar (74.8% pass rate), the Daelim Vs 125 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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The Daelim Vs 125 has an overall MOT pass rate of 72.7% across 899 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Daelim Vs 125 are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (35 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (32), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (25). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Daelim Vs 125 owner drives around 1,051 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Daelim Vs 125 models stay on UK roads for around 26 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.