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P821 PHK

1997 Yamaha DT125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

27,075 mi
Last recorded27,075 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2012
Typical for 1997 Yamaha DT12518,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP821 PHK
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2012 27,075 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 25,266 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 3 Aug 2011 25,245 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 22,480 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 22,349 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 8 Mar 2008 22,340 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Fail 1 Nov 2007 22,328 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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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P821 PHK is a 1997 Yamaha DT125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 P821 PHK, 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 P821 PHK registered?

P821 PHK is a 1997 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 7 July 1997.

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