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SWD 118W

1981 Yamaha DT125

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,096 mi
Last recorded30,096 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2011
Typical for 1981 Yamaha DT12514,843 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWD 118W
MakeYamaha
ModelDT125
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2011 30,096 miles

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 28 Nov 2011 30,096 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 29,133 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jan 2009 28,436 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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SWD 118W is a 1981 Yamaha DT125 in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha DT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 14,843 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 SWD 118W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha DT125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SWD 118W registered?

SWD 118W is a 1981 Yamaha DT125, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is SWD 118W safe to buy?

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