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YPL 167Y

1983 Yamaha DT125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

21,916 mi
Last recorded21,916 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2016
Typical for 1983 Yamaha DT12519,672 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYPL 167Y
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2016 21,916 miles

No lights fitted daytime only

Pass 5 Nov 2014 21,916 miles

high beam teltail not working

mirrors missing

Fail 24 Oct 2014 21,916 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

high beam teltail not working

mirrors missing

Pass 13 Jul 2013 21,914 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 21,914 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 21,914 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 Jul 2011 20,566 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 20,345 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 20,340 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Fail 10 Sep 2009 20,332 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Steering lock stop maladjusted (2.1.3)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2008 20,163 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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YPL 167Y is a 1983 Yamaha DT125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha DT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 19,672 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 YPL 167Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha DT125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YPL 167Y registered?

YPL 167Y is a 1983 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 5 February 1983.

Is YPL 167Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for YPL 167Y shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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