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J20 DTR

1998 Yamaha DT125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

24,584 mi
Last recorded24,584 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha DT12517,983 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ20 DTR
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 24,584 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 22,113 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 21,046 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 33,241 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 16 Mar 2017 33,241 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Chain guard missing ()

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 33,144 miles

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

Fail 29 Feb 2016 33,144 miles

Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired front left indicator has only 2 leds working (less than 50%) (1.5.3a)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play all suspension linkage bearings have excessive play (2.4.A2a(i))

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Brake locking device insecure caliper not correctly located in locking mechanism (3.2.A1e) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play swingarm piviot (2.4.A2a(i))

vin number not clearly visable

Pass 5 Mar 2015 32,649 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 24 Feb 2015 32,604 miles

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 5 Feb 2015 32,531 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

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

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2014 30,292 miles

left grip damaged oil leak frm engine

Fail 30 Apr 2014 30,292 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

left grip damaged oil leak frm engine

Pass 2 May 2013 27,222 miles

engine has slight oil leak

fuel cap seal slighted deterioated

Fail 2 May 2013 27,222 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

engine has slight oil leak

fuel cap seal slighted deterioated

Fail 30 Apr 2012 22,908 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Movement in rear caliper carrier

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 22,908 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Movement in rear caliper carrier

Pass 28 Apr 2011 16,766 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 16,766 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 May 2010 26,851 miles
Pass 25 May 2007 25,806 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 24,622 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (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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J20 DTR is a 1998 Yamaha DT125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha DT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 17,983 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 J20 DTR, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha DT125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J20 DTR registered?

J20 DTR is a 1998 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 1 April 1998.

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