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B442 YBX

1985 Suzuki DR125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests16 (8 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,820 mi
Last recorded12,820 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 1985 Suzuki DR12518,950 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB442 YBX
MakeSuzuki
ModelDR125
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

8 pass 8 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 12,820 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2025 12,820 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 30 May 2024 12,736 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively worn to limit acceptable - recommend to replace (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 21 May 2024 12,736 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Stop lamp not working by operation of front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively worn to limit acceptable - recommend to replace (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2023 12,570 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 12,540 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 12,457 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 12,420 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 11,918 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 11,918 miles

Fuel hose leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 11,316 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 11,316 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 10,859 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 10,859 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 10,234 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 10,234 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Suzuki DR125?

Based on 4,473 MOT tests across 640 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
734
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
640
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain worn to excess 84
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 74
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 69
reflector on motorcycle missing 68
wheel bearings have excessive free play 63
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B442 YBX is a 1985 Suzuki DR125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Suzuki DR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 18,950 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 Suzuki DR125 fails its MOT is drive chain worn to excess, accounting for 84 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B442 YBX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki DR125 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Suzuki DR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B442 YBX registered?

B442 YBX is a 1985 Suzuki DR125, first registered on 1 May 1985.

Is B442 YBX safe to buy?

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