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LR52 HMG

2003 Yamaha DT125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

12,784 mi
Last recorded12,784 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Yamaha DT12513,118 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 HMG
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 12,784 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 12,738 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 12,599 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2024 12,583 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2023 12,129 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 11,737 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2021 11,737 miles

Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 11,655 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 11,650 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure rear mud guard (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2019 11,092 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 11,091 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Horn control insecure switch cube lose (7.7 (b))

Pass 15 Jan 2016 10,839 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 10,226 miles

chain tension

play in rear linkage bearing

Pass 10 Sep 2013 7,374 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2013 7,321 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 5,078 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

oil light on

Pass 10 Jun 2009 14,120 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 10,853 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 9,807 miles
Fail 18 May 2007 9,807 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2007 9,799 miles

Offside Front Stop lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Fail 30 Apr 2007 9,798 miles

Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Jan 2006 5,078 miles

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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LR52 HMG is a 2003 Yamaha DT125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha DT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 13,118 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 LR52 HMG, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha DT125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LR52 HMG registered?

LR52 HMG is a 2003 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 14 February 2003.

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