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P460 SBJ

1997 Yamaha DT125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

7,533 mi
Last recorded7,533 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha DT12518,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP460 SBJ
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2018 7,533 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 25,902 miles

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

front spindle security clamp cracked but is secure to front fork and spindle

Fail 31 Aug 2017 25,864 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose more than one spoke loose (4.2.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose more than one spoke loose (4.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

front spindle security clamp cracked but is secure to front fork and spindle

Pass 1 Jul 2016 23,537 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front brake hose has been taped.

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2015 22,436 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Petrol pipe looks close to coming off.

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 17 Jul 2015 22,436 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Petrol pipe looks close to coming off.

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2014 20,659 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 8 Apr 2014 20,533 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2013 17,456 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 15,274 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 13,270 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 13,268 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

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

Chain guard missing

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2008 8,252 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 9 Oct 2008 8,252 miles

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 8,242 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2007 8,232 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2006 8,187 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 18 Oct 2005 7,920 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2005 7,920 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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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P460 SBJ is a 1997 Yamaha DT125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 P460 SBJ, 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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P460 SBJ is a 1997 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 30 May 1997.

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