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BG08 TMX

2008 Yamaha Yzf R125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

12,845 mi
Last recorded12,845 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R12513,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 TMX
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2016 12,845 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front brake lever has been welded needs replacing with new

Front fairing and headlights loose but secure at time of test

Nearside mirror loose but secure at time of test

Rear brake disc rusty

Fail 10 Jun 2016 12,845 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front brake lever has been welded needs replacing with new

Front fairing and headlights loose but secure at time of test

Front tyre out of shape

Nearside mirror loose but secure at time of test

Rear brake disc rusty

Pass 28 Sep 2013 11,241 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 11,230 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 8,807 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 8,807 miles

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

Rear Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 5 May 2011 11,413 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 8,071 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R125?

Based on 19,569 MOT tests across 3,376 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
1,821
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
3,376
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 437
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 370
reflector on motorcycle missing 282
Drive chain excessively loose 263
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 230
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BG08 TMX is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 13,350 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 Yzf R125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 437 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG08 TMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BG08 TMX registered?

BG08 TMX is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 8 May 2008.

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