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AY53 DHC

2003 Yamaha TW125

Yellow Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,282 mi
Last recorded22,282 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2023
Typical for 2003 Yamaha TW12511,394 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY53 DHC
MakeYamaha
ModelTW125
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2023 22,282 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 20,526 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2022 20,521 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 17,807 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 17,768 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 17,658 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 17,105 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 17,105 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2016 15,244 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 15,034 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2014 15,034 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 11 Sep 2012 13,868 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 13,868 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 12,642 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 10,304 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 8,540 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 8,540 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 5,646 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 3,825 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 3,825 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 924 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TW125?

Based on 13,518 MOT tests across 1,520 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
725
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 240
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 175
reflector on motorcycle missing 174
Drive chain worn to excess 170
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 151
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AY53 DHC is a 2003 Yamaha TW125 in Yellow with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha TW125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 11,394 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 TW125 fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 240 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY53 DHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TW125 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha TW125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AY53 DHC is a 2003 Yamaha TW125, first registered on 3 October 2003.

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