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BN58 FHJ

2008 Yamaha Yzf R125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

25,378 mi
Last recorded25,378 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R12513,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 FHJ
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 25,378 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 20,132 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2024 20,130 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released FRONT BRAKE CONTROL (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 10 Apr 2024 20,121 miles

Fork yoke insecure lower fork brace plate insecure ,3 of the four fixing bolts missing (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Front Valve stem seriously damaged badly cracked/perished rubber (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake caliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

tested as solo motor cycle,no pillion passenger equipment fitted

Pass 20 Jan 2021 19,579 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases corroded (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2019 16,499 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

reduced damping on front forks

Pass 20 Jul 2018 14,684 miles

Exhaust noisey.

Fail 14 Jul 2018 14,681 miles

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

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Exhaust noisey.

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2017 12,327 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Offside Lower Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 8,973 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 19 Jul 2016 8,973 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 7,381 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 7,381 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2012 6,528 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 6,528 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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BN58 FHJ is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BN58 FHJ, 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 BN58 FHJ registered?

BN58 FHJ is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 27 September 2008.

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