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R197 NDS

1998 Yamaha TDR125

Silver Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,715 mi
Last recorded3,715 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha TDR12525,201 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR197 NDS
MakeYamaha
ModelTDR125
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 13 May 2026 3,715 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 3,633 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2023 3,460 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 3,348 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 1,645 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2020 39,193 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TDR125?

Based on 1,983 MOT tests across 369 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
842
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
369
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 34
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
wheel bearings have excessive free play 25
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R197 NDS is a 1998 Yamaha TDR125 in Silver with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha TDR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 25,201 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha TDR125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R197 NDS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TDR125 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha TDR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R197 NDS is a 1998 Yamaha TDR125, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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