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E717 WJA

1988 Yamaha DT125

Blue Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

7,080 mi
Last recorded7,080 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2015
Typical for 1988 Yamaha DT12519,343 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE717 WJA
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Jun 2015 7,080 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

clutch cable damaged

Pass 25 Jun 2015 7,080 miles

clutch cable damaged

Pass 26 Jun 2013 4,871 miles

handlebar grip split at end

Fail 26 Jun 2013 4,871 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

handlebar grip split at end

Pass 23 Jan 2012

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

fr brake lever pin incorect

no fr r lights or indicators, no brake lights.

no speedometer

Pass 17 Nov 2010 1,871 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 1,848 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 1,821 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 1,821 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 1,655 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 1,409 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 1,389 miles

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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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E717 WJA is a 1988 Yamaha DT125 in Blue 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 E717 WJA, 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 E717 WJA registered?

E717 WJA is a 1988 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 25 April 1988.

Is E717 WJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E717 WJA shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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