MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
26,493 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned Both (4.4.3 (a))
Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)
Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))
rear brake light works but not very effective
Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)
Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)
Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Hydraulic fluid over Front brake caliper but no signs of leaking and no creep on lever
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)
Brake lever attachment screws loose (3.1.2b)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
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))
Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)
Offside Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Brake lever mounting cracked (3.1.2c) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)
Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
How Reliable is the Yamaha DT125?
Based on 51,558 MOT tests across 7,067 vehicles.
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P542 ECJ is a 1997 Yamaha DT125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.
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 P542 ECJ, 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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P542 ECJ is a 1997 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 3 July 1997.
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