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S521 ATX

1999 Yamaha DT125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

21,000 mi
Last recorded21,000 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 1999 Yamaha DT12518,039 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS521 ATX
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 21,000 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 20,997 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 18,651 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 18,354 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 18,354 miles

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

Indicator tell tale is not working however front indicators are visible from the riding position

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 24 May 2011 18,354 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 18,314 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Apr 2010 18,314 miles

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

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 17,547 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2009 17,547 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 14,883 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2008 14,864 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 30 Jun 2007 14,287 miles

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

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

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

Pass 8 Jun 2006 11,091 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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S521 ATX is a 1999 Yamaha DT125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha DT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 18,039 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 S521 ATX, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha DT125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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S521 ATX is a 1999 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 1 February 1999.

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