CarVerify

Free Car Check

R905 XBK

1998 Yamaha DT125

Black Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

49,857 mi
Last recorded49,857 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha DT12517,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR905 XBK
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2024 49,857 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2024 49,857 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2023 49,857 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 48,496 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 46,031 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 43,544 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2018 43,542 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 42,593 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 40,518 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 39,858 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 39,702 miles
Fail 9 May 2014 39,702 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Apr 2013 39,074 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2013 39,074 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2) DANGEROUS

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 36,048 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

both front shocks covered limiting checks

front & rear discs scored

Pass 29 Mar 2011 35,393 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 33,511 miles

Rear light dim

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Fail 4 Apr 2009 31,329 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2009 31,329 miles

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

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 28 May 2008 31,327 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 May 2008 31,327 miles

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 11 May 2007 30,691 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 11 May 2007 30,691 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2006 28,436 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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
Full Yamaha DT125 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R905 XBK is a 1998 Yamaha DT125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 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 R905 XBK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R905 XBK?

You can check the full history of R905 XBK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R905 XBK registered?

R905 XBK is a 1998 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is R905 XBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R905 XBK shows 24 tests with a 70.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R905 XBK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R905 XBK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.