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E53 PEX

1987 Yamaha TZR125

Blue Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

41,926 mi
Last recorded41,926 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2018
Typical for 1987 Yamaha TZR12526,472 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE53 PEX
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR125
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2018 41,926 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 41,926 miles

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

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 10 Mar 2016 40,150 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 38,986 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 38,986 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Fail 13 Sep 2013 38,985 miles

Brake lever is so short and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Hydraulic brake control creeps under load. (3.1.4a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

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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E53 PEX is a 1987 Yamaha TZR125 in Blue with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 E53 PEX, 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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E53 PEX is a 1987 Yamaha TZR125, first registered on 29 September 1987.

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