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BG09 ZYM

2009 Yamaha Yzf R125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

15,734 mi
Last recorded15,734 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Yzf R12513,704 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 ZYM
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 15,734 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 15,038 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 16 Jan 2025 15,038 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Dec 2023 11,211 miles

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 18 Dec 2023 11,211 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock lock stop not working (2.1.4 (b))

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 11 Sep 2023 11,199 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 11,195 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2021 11,413 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 11,194 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 13 Jul 2021 11,194 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 17,910 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Feb 2019 17,910 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 17,910 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 10,943 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 4 Feb 2017 10,943 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Feb 2016 7,900 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 7,195 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2014 7,195 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 5,068 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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BG09 ZYM is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha Yzf R125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 13,704 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 BG09 ZYM, 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 17 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BG09 ZYM is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 27 August 2009.

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