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HY12 YCB

2012 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm L0

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

33,467 mi
Last recorded33,467 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm L011,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY12 YCB
MakeSuzuki
ModelDr 125 Sm L0
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2024 33,467 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Nov 2024 33,437 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork seal leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Aug 2023 28,826 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion rear frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight play swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2023 28,826 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion rear frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight play swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2023 27,296 miles

Front Stop lamp not working Not working from front brake lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Play swinging arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2022 22,535 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Slightly scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Inner Exhaust silencer slightly loose bracket broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Road spring corroded very rusty (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2022 22,535 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Slightly scratched (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Inner Exhaust silencer slightly loose bracket broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Road spring corroded very rusty (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2021 19,999 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rider footpeg slightly bent but not affecting the control. Nearside

Fail 19 Jul 2021 19,999 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rider footpeg slightly bent but not affecting the control. Nearside

Pass 13 Aug 2019 10,872 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 10,377 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 10,296 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 9,525 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 8,212 miles

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

How Reliable is the Suzuki Dr 125 Sm L0?

Based on 672 MOT tests across 101 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
1,147
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
101
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 13
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Full Suzuki Dr 125 Sm L0 reliability report

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HY12 YCB is a 2012 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm L0 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2012 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm L0 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 11,388 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 Dr 125 Sm L0 fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HY12 YCB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Dr 125 Sm L0 typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Suzuki Dr 125 Sm L0 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HY12 YCB is a 2012 Suzuki Dr 125 Sm L0, first registered on 29 March 2012.

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