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R125 WAV

1998 Yamaha DT125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2024
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

41,564 mi
Last recorded41,564 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha DT12517,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR125 WAV
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 41,564 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 Jul 2023 41,564 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2022 41,487 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2021 38,956 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2020 38,943 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2020 38,943 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 38,650 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 38,412 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 38,092 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

no pilion equipment fitted

Fail 29 Jun 2017 38,092 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

no pilion equipment fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2014 37,456 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2014 37,456 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 34,084 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 3 Sep 2012 34,084 miles

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

Front Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 28,662 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 27,819 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Oct 2008 27,819 miles

Chain guard missing

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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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R125 WAV is a 1998 Yamaha DT125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha DT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 17,983 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 R125 WAV, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha DT125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R125 WAV is a 1998 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 19 June 1998.

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