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T597 KCJ

1999 Yamaha YP125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

25,069 mi
Last recorded25,069 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha YP12513,395 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT597 KCJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYP125
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2025 25,069 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2025 25,069 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2023 25,041 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 24,910 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Motorcycle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced several body panels attached with cable ties but all are secure (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 24,715 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 24,356 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 23,685 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2017 22,988 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 22,309 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 21,520 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 21,520 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 May 2012 20,619 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 19,657 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 18,571 miles
Fail 15 May 2010 18,571 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 May 2009 16,722 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 15,097 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 14,132 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 14,040 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 26 Apr 2006 11,279 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YP125?

Based on 11,716 MOT tests across 1,516 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,516
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 562
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 506
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 506
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 401
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 153
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T597 KCJ is a 1999 Yamaha YP125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha YP125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 13,395 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YP125 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 562 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T597 KCJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YP125 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Yamaha YP125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T597 KCJ registered?

T597 KCJ is a 1999 Yamaha YP125, first registered on 23 August 1999.

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