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E734 GPM

1988 Yamaha DT125

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

47,934 mi
Last recorded47,934 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Yamaha DT12519,343 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE734 GPM
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 47,934 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Jun 2026 47,934 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2018 44,964 miles

battery level low

Nearside Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. loose (6.2.1g)

Fail 5 May 2018 44,964 miles

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

battery level low

Nearside Clutch lever incorrectly positioned. loose (6.2.1g)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 44,405 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 44,405 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 41,786 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 Feb 2015 14,997 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front o/s panel insecure.

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 Feb 2015 14,997 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front o/s panel insecure.

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2013 38,675 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has gaitors fitted which are secured in place, I am unable to remove them. I suspect the fork oil seals may be leaking.

Fail 2 Dec 2013 38,675 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front suspension has gaitors fitted which are secured in place, I am unable to remove them. I suspect the fork oil seals may be leaking.

Pass 22 Apr 2010 9,588 miles

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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E734 GPM is a 1988 Yamaha DT125 in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 E734 GPM, 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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E734 GPM is a 1988 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 22 February 1988.

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