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R259 WAM

1998 Yamaha DT125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

26,370 mi
Last recorded26,370 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha DT12517,983 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR259 WAM
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2024 26,370 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 29,297 miles

none started conversion to rear brake and wheel bearing my need attention in the future

rear tyre on limit

Fail 28 Jun 2017 29,296 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

Rear Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5)

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

rear tyre on limit

Pass 30 Oct 2015 26,189 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 23,438 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2013 21,807 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 20,412 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2007 20,129 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Aug 2006 12,992 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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R259 WAM is a 1998 Yamaha DT125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R259 WAM, 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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What year was R259 WAM registered?

R259 WAM is a 1998 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 31 March 1998.

Is R259 WAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R259 WAM shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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