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P686 GPF

1997 Yamaha TDR125

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,344 mi
Last recorded36,344 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TDR12522,185 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP686 GPF
MakeYamaha
ModelTDR125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 36,344 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2024 36,309 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2024 36,209 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Dec 2020 35,850 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha TDR125?

Based on 1,983 MOT tests across 369 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
842
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
369
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 34
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
wheel bearings have excessive free play 25
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P686 GPF is a 1997 Yamaha TDR125 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha TDR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 22,185 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 TDR125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P686 GPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TDR125 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha TDR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P686 GPF registered?

P686 GPF is a 1997 Yamaha TDR125, first registered on 1 January 1997.

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