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MEV 423V

1980 Yamaha DT125

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,833 mi
Last recorded13,833 miles
Recorded on25 May 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha DT12510,309 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEV 423V
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2019 13,833 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 13,814 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 13,371 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 13,159 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 12,790 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 20 Sep 2010 12,790 miles

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

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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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MEV 423V is a 1980 Yamaha DT125 in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha DT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.7% with a typical mileage of 10,309 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 MEV 423V, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha DT125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MEV 423V registered?

MEV 423V is a 1980 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 18 January 1980.

Is MEV 423V safe to buy?

The MOT history for MEV 423V shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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