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E281 GBJ

1987 Yamaha TZR125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2011
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

23,978 mi
Last recorded23,978 miles
Recorded on12 May 2010
Typical for 1987 Yamaha TZR12526,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE281 GBJ
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR125
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2010 23,978 miles

Centre Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 28 Apr 2010 23,968 miles

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 14,291 miles

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

Fail 22 Apr 2009 14,285 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Front Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Steering control handlebar movement restricted by cables caught on a projection (2.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha TZR125?

Based on 5,764 MOT tests across 1,312 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
526
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
1,312
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 265
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 239
Horn not working 123
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 121
Direction indicator not working 121
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E281 GBJ is a 1987 Yamaha TZR125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha TZR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 26,472 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 TZR125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 265 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E281 GBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TZR125 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 39 years old, this Yamaha TZR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E281 GBJ registered?

E281 GBJ is a 1987 Yamaha TZR125, first registered on 5 August 1987.

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