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P478 JKR

1997 Yamaha DT125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2018
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,621 mi
Last recorded24,621 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2017
Typical for 1997 Yamaha DT12518,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP478 JKR
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2017 24,621 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2011 22,654 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

slight play in rear lower shocker bush

Fail 15 Jun 2011 22,654 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

slight play in rear lower shocker bush

Pass 17 Jun 2010 17,971 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2007 17,948 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2007 17,948 miles

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

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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P478 JKR is a 1997 Yamaha DT125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P478 JKR, 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 P478 JKR registered?

P478 JKR is a 1997 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 13 February 1997.

Is P478 JKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P478 JKR shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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