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R497 LVE

1997 Yamaha TDR125

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2025
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,980 mi
Last recorded25,980 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha TDR12522,185 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR497 LVE
MakeYamaha
ModelTDR125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2024 25,980 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 25,910 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 25,910 miles

Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2019 25,636 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2017

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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R497 LVE is a 1997 Yamaha TDR125 in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha TDR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 22,185 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 TDR125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R497 LVE, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha TDR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R497 LVE registered?

R497 LVE is a 1997 Yamaha TDR125, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R497 LVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R497 LVE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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