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J861 JUF

1997 Yamaha DT125

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Yamaha DT12518,196 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ861 JUF
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent (5.2.2 (d))

Vehicle only to be used during daylight hours and not to be used at times of seriously reduced visibility.

Pass 19 Apr 2024

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent Rear wheel spoke slightly bent x 1 (5.2.2 (d))

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

Vehicle only to be used during daylight hours and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility.

Pass 3 May 2023

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent Spoke x 1 (5.2.2 (d))

Vehicle not to be used during daylight hours and not used at times of seriously reduced visibility.

Pass 6 Jul 2018

no lights fitted at time of mot

Pass 25 Jan 2012 27,982 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2012 27,982 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 14 Oct 2010 27,670 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 27,670 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2009 27,175 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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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J861 JUF is a 1997 Yamaha DT125 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha DT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.0% with a typical mileage of 18,196 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J861 JUF, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha DT125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J861 JUF registered?

J861 JUF is a 1997 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 1 September 1997.

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