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BG59 VUS

2009 Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

16,722 mi
Last recorded16,722 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom8,550 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG59 VUS
MakeYamaha
ModelYbr 125 Custom
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 16,722 miles

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

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

Fail 8 Jun 2026 16,722 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 16,151 miles

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2024 15,721 miles

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

Fail 3 Apr 2024 15,721 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 13,103 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 12,857 miles
Fail 11 May 2019 12,835 miles

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

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 May 2018 11,351 miles
Fail 19 May 2018 11,351 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 26 May 2017 7,376 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 20 May 2017 7,294 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 May 2016 4,314 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom?

Based on 10,604 MOT tests across 1,257 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
842
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
1,257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 128
Drive chain excessively loose 116
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 99
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 92
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 78
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BG59 VUS is a 2009 Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 8,550 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 Custom fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG59 VUS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BG59 VUS is a 2009 Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom, first registered on 15 December 2009.

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