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Y179 GFB

2001 Yamaha DT125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

21,973 mi
Last recorded21,973 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Yamaha DT12515,783 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY179 GFB
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 21,973 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 28 Mar 2017 21,973 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 1 Oct 2016 21,956 miles

Brake lever attachment screws loose adjuster screw (3.1.2b)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey Blowing at manifold (7.1.1b)

Footrest missing Passenger footrests (6.2.1a)

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear swing arm pinch bolts missing

Pass 22 Aug 2015 21,116 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 20,746 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

rear number plate due for replacement

Pass 27 Sep 2011 19,831 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 19,105 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever slightly damaged (3.2.A1c)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2009 17,863 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

no chain guard fitted

Fail 22 Jun 2009 17,863 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

no chain guard fitted

Pass 12 May 2008 14,137 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 12 May 2008 14,137 miles

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

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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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Y179 GFB is a 2001 Yamaha DT125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha DT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 15,783 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 Y179 GFB, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha DT125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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Y179 GFB is a 2001 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 16 June 2001.

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