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Y869 GDM

2001 Yamaha Dt 125 R

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,409 mi
Last recorded29,409 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha Dt 125 R10,425 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY869 GDM
MakeYamaha
ModelDt 125 R
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 29,409 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2025 29,392 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 29,060 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2024 29,052 miles

Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear both indercators held on with cable ties

Pass 28 Feb 2009 27,290 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 21,197 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 21,197 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 17,607 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 17,607 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Dt 125 R?

Based on 2,031 MOT tests across 451 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
922
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
451
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Wheel spoke excessively loose 49
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 43
Headlamp aim too high 38
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 36
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Y869 GDM is a 2001 Yamaha Dt 125 R in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha Dt 125 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 10,425 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 Dt 125 R fails its MOT is wheel spoke excessively loose, accounting for 49 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y869 GDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Dt 125 R typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha Dt 125 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y869 GDM registered?

Y869 GDM is a 2001 Yamaha Dt 125 R, first registered on 3 July 2001.

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