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H498 XAM

1990 Yamaha DT125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13 mi
Last recorded13 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2016
Typical for 1990 Yamaha DT12520,321 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH498 XAM
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2016 13 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 29,418 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 28,100 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 28,060 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)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 25,937 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2008 25,933 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

drivers seat cover ripped!

rear brake caliper guard bolt missing!

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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H498 XAM is a 1990 Yamaha DT125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1990 Yamaha DT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.7% with a typical mileage of 20,321 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 H498 XAM, 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 36 years old, this Yamaha DT125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was H498 XAM registered?

H498 XAM is a 1990 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 5 October 1990.

Is H498 XAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for H498 XAM shows 6 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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