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P740 PWU

1996 Yamaha DT125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

2,772 mi
Last recorded2,772 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha DT12517,398 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP740 PWU
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2023 2,772 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 2,685 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 2,529 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 2,281 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 2,226 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 2,198 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 2,123 miles

rear tyre sidewall cracking slightly

Pass 23 Jul 2015 2,098 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 2,098 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

both tyres are cracking slighlty

Pass 25 Jul 2014 2,059 miles

both tyre, side walls are cracking slightly

Fail 25 Jul 2014 2,059 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

both tyre, side walls are cracking slightly

Pass 17 Jul 2013 2,015 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 1,983 miles

Front Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Kick start securing nut loose

Pass 23 Jul 2012 1,983 miles

Kick start securing nut loose

Pass 23 Jul 2011 1,949 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 1,906 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2009 1,841 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 1,714 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 1,695 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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P740 PWU is a 1996 Yamaha DT125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha DT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 17,398 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 P740 PWU, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha DT125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P740 PWU registered?

P740 PWU is a 1996 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 20 August 1996.

Is P740 PWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P740 PWU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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