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AO12 ELH

2012 Yamaha Ybr 125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

42,383 mi
Last recorded42,383 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Yamaha Ybr 12512,213 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO12 ELH
MakeYamaha
ModelYbr 125
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 42,383 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 42,383 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRAME,FORKS , SUSPENSION (6.1.1 (c) (i))

OS FOOT REST RUBBER HAS PARTS MISSING

REAR BRAKE PEDAL RUSTY

Fail 2 Apr 2025 42,383 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

REAR BRAKE PEDAL RUSTY

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRAME,FORKS , SUSPENSION (6.1.1 (c) (i))

OS FOOT REST RUBBER HAS PARTS MISSING

Pass 1 May 2024 42,383 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

frame / forks/rear suspension corroded

side stand and centre stand have play

unable to open fuel cap

Fail 17 Apr 2024 42,383 miles

Front Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock front head bearing notchy (2.1.4 (c))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

frame / forks/rear suspension corroded

side stand and centre stand have play

unable to open fuel cap

Fail 20 Dec 2023 42,383 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls both not working (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

forks corroded

frame corroded/dirty

play in side and centre stand fixings

swinging arm corroded/dirty

Pass 23 Dec 2022 38,642 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 38,560 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling thrust to right (2.4 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 33,779 miles

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

FRONT SHOCKS CORRODED

Fail 8 Dec 2021 33,700 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

FRONT SHOCKS CORRODED

Pass 16 Dec 2020 29,170 miles

Rear Brake lever corroded but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing FRONTS CORRODED (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 22,889 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 20,345 miles

Nearside foot rest rubber missing

Pass 19 Jun 2017 17,760 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 15,254 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 9,887 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Ybr 125?

Based on 66,947 MOT tests across 7,734 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
1,283
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
7,734
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,321
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 914
Drive chain excessively loose 837
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 744
Drive chain worn to excess 596
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AO12 ELH is a 2012 Yamaha Ybr 125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha Ybr 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 12,213 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 Ybr 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,321 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO12 ELH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Ybr 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 14 years old, this Yamaha Ybr 125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AO12 ELH is a 2012 Yamaha Ybr 125, first registered on 4 May 2012.

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