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B185 FTU

1987 Yamaha DT125

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2021
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,926 mi
Last recorded28,926 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2020
Typical for 1987 Yamaha DT12519,266 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB185 FTU
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2020 28,926 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Link arm bushes have free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Slight (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2020 28,917 miles

Front Brake cylinder inadequately mounted Master cylinder loose (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Front Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated Lever mount loose (6.2.7 (b))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp not working Front brake light not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Link arm bushes have free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Slight (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 28,531 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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B185 FTU is a 1987 Yamaha DT125 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha DT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 19,266 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 B185 FTU, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha DT125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B185 FTU registered?

B185 FTU is a 1987 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 1 January 1987.

Is B185 FTU safe to buy?

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