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E418 YMW

1988 Yamaha DT125

White Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2025
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,337 mi
Last recorded28,337 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2024
Typical for 1988 Yamaha DT12519,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE418 YMW
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2024 28,337 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 28,204 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 28,147 miles

Front Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement monoshock link to frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2020 28,147 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement monoshock link to frame (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 28,120 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 28,120 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 27,127 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2012 27,127 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 29 Nov 2011 25,687 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2010 25,005 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 22,746 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 25 Nov 2009 22,746 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Yamaha DT125?

Based on 51,558 MOT tests across 7,067 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
972
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
7,067
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 1,275
Wheel spoke excessively loose 1,042
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 926
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 888
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 837
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E418 YMW is a 1988 Yamaha DT125 in White with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha DT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 19,343 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 DT125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 1,275 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E418 YMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha DT125 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha DT125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E418 YMW registered?

E418 YMW is a 1988 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 22 March 1988.

Is E418 YMW safe to buy?

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