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R191 XOJ

1997 Yamaha DT125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2020
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,129 mi
Last recorded20,129 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha DT12518,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR191 XOJ
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2019 20,129 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Jun 2017
Fail 9 Jun 2017

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Jun 2016 14,779 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn both front and rear sprockets (6.2.1e)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

engine noisy

Fail 3 Jun 2016 14,779 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen beam pattern gives a circle of light, beam pattern not recognised (1.6.B.1)

Rear Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired tail light too dull (1.1.1b)

Rear position lamp obscured more than 50% tail light hidden under rear fender,not easily visible (1.1.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn both front and rear sprockets (6.2.1e)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly misaligned valve stem bent (4.1.2c)

bottom engine bolt is missing, but engine secured by others

engine noisy

Pass 16 May 2015 15,335 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 26 Nov 2012

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 16 Nov 2012

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 27 Jun 2011

Battery horn is fitted

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

The Bike is for use daylight hours only

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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R191 XOJ is a 1997 Yamaha DT125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R191 XOJ, 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 R191 XOJ registered?

R191 XOJ is a 1997 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 2 September 1997.

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