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L13 DTR

1997 Yamaha DT125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

39,487 mi
Last recorded39,487 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha DT12518,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL13 DTR
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 39,487 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2026 39,487 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2025 39,420 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 39,001 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2024 39,001 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 38,328 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2023 38,311 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush Shocker bracket bush (5.3.2 (c))

Front Tyre flat

Pass 22 Feb 2022 36,600 miles

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

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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L13 DTR is a 1997 Yamaha DT125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 L13 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 29 years old, this Yamaha DT125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L13 DTR registered?

L13 DTR is a 1997 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is L13 DTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L13 DTR shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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