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P980 GPF

1997 Yamaha DT125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

30,440 mi
Last recorded30,440 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha DT12518,196 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP980 GPF
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 30,440 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 May 2026 30,440 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 28,067 miles

Wheel spoke slightly loose One spoke front wheel loose (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 13 Jun 2025 28,017 miles

Wheel bearing has excessive play Front and rear wheel bearings have excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing rough when rotated Front wheel bearings rough on rotation (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Wheel spoke slightly loose One spoke front wheel loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 15 Jun 2024 27,542 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 26,916 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 14 Jun 2023 26,916 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 13 May 2021 26,245 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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P980 GPF is a 1997 Yamaha DT125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 P980 GPF, 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 P980 GPF registered?

P980 GPF is a 1997 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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