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AY08 AAE

2008 Yamaha YBR125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

21,171 mi
Last recorded21,171 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha YBR12511,545 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 AAE
MakeYamaha
ModelYBR125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 21,171 miles

Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 14,660 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 14,643 miles

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Fail 14 Jan 2022 14,643 miles

Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working from front brake lever (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 11,513 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 11,510 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 11,094 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 8,893 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 7,778 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 7,012 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 6,739 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 6,024 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 5,652 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 5,652 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 4,429 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YBR125?

Based on 59,396 MOT tests across 6,364 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
1,213
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
6,364
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,173
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 943
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 872
Drive chain excessively loose 854
Drive chain worn to excess 558
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AY08 AAE is a 2008 Yamaha YBR125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha YBR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 11,545 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha YBR125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY08 AAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YBR125 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha YBR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY08 AAE registered?

AY08 AAE is a 2008 Yamaha YBR125, first registered on 13 April 2008.

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