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E508 ECJ

1987 Yamaha DT125

White Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,094 mi
Last recorded4,094 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha DT12519,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE508 ECJ
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2025 4,094 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2024 3,782 miles

Front Position lamp light intensity is significantly effected by engine revs.

Motorcycle is not fitted with direction indicators.

Fail 27 Mar 2024 3,776 miles

Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (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 Steering operation impeded by a fairing Mud guard is fouling on frame. (2.1.4 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Swinging arm bush has excessive play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Position lamp light intensity is significantly effected by engine revs.

Motorcycle is not fitted with direction indicators.

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swinging arm bush has slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2015 87 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 4,499 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Fail 5 Oct 2010 4,499 miles

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

front and rear tyres are both e marked but have very open tread

Pass 9 Jun 2006 4,499 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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E508 ECJ is a 1987 Yamaha DT125 in White with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 E508 ECJ, 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 E508 ECJ registered?

E508 ECJ is a 1987 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 1 September 1987.

Is E508 ECJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E508 ECJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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