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BU03 WLW

2003 Yamaha SR125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

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Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Yamaha SR12514,218 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 WLW
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026
Pass 3 Apr 2025 30,292 miles

Nearside Rear Chain guard missing

Pass 16 May 2015 29,148 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Oct 2013 28,391 miles

some cracking evident on front tyre

Pass 2 Nov 2012 25,722 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Nov 2012 25,722 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 22,988 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 22,988 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 21,132 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 8 Oct 2010 21,132 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Lower Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake back plate(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 20,563 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha SR125?

Based on 37,376 MOT tests across 4,519 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
776
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
4,519
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 764
Drive chain excessively loose 552
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 503
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 469
wheel bearings have excessive free play 370
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BU03 WLW is a 2003 Yamaha SR125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha SR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 14,218 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 SR125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 764 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU03 WLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha SR125 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha SR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BU03 WLW is a 2003 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 5 April 2003.

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