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P159 GPF

1997 Yamaha DT125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,355 mi
Last recorded33,355 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha DT12518,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP159 GPF
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 33,355 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 31,958 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 26,018 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 1 Feb 2022 19,834 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front front fork out of line. does not affect steering or handling

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2022 19,834 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front front fork out of line. does not affect steering or handling

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 15,585 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2021 15,584 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front tyre pressure low blown up to pressure

Pass 28 Dec 2019 10,094 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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P159 GPF is a 1997 Yamaha DT125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P159 GPF, 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 P159 GPF registered?

P159 GPF is a 1997 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P159 GPF safe to buy?

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