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Y278 UGN

2001 Yamaha DT125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

21,229 mi
Last recorded21,229 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha DT12515,783 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY278 UGN
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 21,229 miles

offside lever broken at end

Fail 15 Jul 2025 21,227 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

offside lever broken at end

Pass 26 Jan 2023 20,386 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 19,729 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 19,108 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 17,870 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 15,424 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 15,420 miles

All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high and has left hand kick up (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 14,959 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 14,179 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 14,532 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 14,191 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 14,191 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2008 8,523 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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Y278 UGN is a 2001 Yamaha DT125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 Y278 UGN, 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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What year was Y278 UGN registered?

Y278 UGN is a 2001 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y278 UGN safe to buy?

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