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RN03 MKM

2003 Yamaha DT125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,716 mi
Last recorded17,716 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha DT12513,118 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN03 MKM
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 17,716 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 17,443 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swing arm corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Monoshock linkage bushes slight free play (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 13 Aug 2021 17,443 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Swing arm corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush Monoshock linkage bushes slight free play (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 16,898 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 16,257 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2019 16,257 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2018 15,417 miles

Horn works intermittently - okay on test

Indicators (all of them) broken but still functional

Pass 12 Feb 2017 14,260 miles

Clutch lever bent

Throttle slow to return

Pass 22 Feb 2016 13,967 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Throttle slow to return

Fail 13 Feb 2016 13,967 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front tyre beginning to split

Throttle slow to return

Pass 16 Feb 2015 11,942 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2014 10,034 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front brakes binding slightly

Rear brake binding slightly

Pass 10 Nov 2011 9,924 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 8,987 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 8,986 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 5 May 2007 7,005 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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RN03 MKM is a 2003 Yamaha DT125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha DT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 13,118 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 RN03 MKM, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha DT125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RN03 MKM registered?

RN03 MKM is a 2003 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 13 June 2003.

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