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NK51 VGT

2001 Yamaha DT125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

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Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2001 Yamaha DT12515,783 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK51 VGT
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025
Pass 23 Aug 2024

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022
Pass 23 Jul 2021

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

Fail 23 Jul 2021

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 31,880 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2018 31,880 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 26,683 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2016 23,793 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2016 23,793 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 8 May 2013 22,255 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 8 May 2013 22,255 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Fail 6 Apr 2012 21,139 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2012 21,139 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 18,654 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2010 18,364 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) excessively pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Nearside Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively bent (4.2.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 2,198 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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NK51 VGT is a 2001 Yamaha DT125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha DT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 15,783 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 NK51 VGT, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha DT125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NK51 VGT registered?

NK51 VGT is a 2001 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 9 December 2001.

Is NK51 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK51 VGT shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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