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L285 MEO

1994 Yamaha TDR125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

31,784 mi
Last recorded31,784 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 1994 Yamaha TDR12523,430 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL285 MEO
MakeYamaha
ModelTDR125
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 31,784 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 31,722 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 31,722 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 29,758 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 29,420 miles

Front Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2015 29,307 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn rear (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 2 Sep 2015 29,287 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn rear (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 28,657 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 27,365 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 26 Jul 2013 27,355 miles

Rear All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2012 26,915 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Jul 2011 26,241 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 26,235 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2009 25,840 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 25,405 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2007 24,037 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2005 23,349 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TDR125?

Based on 1,983 MOT tests across 369 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
842
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
369
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 34
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 31
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 30
wheel bearings have excessive free play 25
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L285 MEO is a 1994 Yamaha TDR125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1994 Yamaha TDR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 23,430 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 TDR125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 34 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L285 MEO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TDR125 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 32 years old, this Yamaha TDR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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L285 MEO is a 1994 Yamaha TDR125, first registered on 1 January 1994.

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