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FJ08 ZPS

2008 Yamaha Yzf R125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2023
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,631 mi
Last recorded24,631 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R12513,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ08 ZPS
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2022 24,631 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 21,377 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort front & rear (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

lower fairing insecure

Fail 9 Mar 2021 21,368 miles

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

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle housing insecure (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort front & rear (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

lower fairing insecure

throttle slow in returing

Pass 29 Jul 2019 14,617 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear brake fluid reservoir loose

Speedo loose

Fail 20 Jul 2019 14,597 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Rusty (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Main fairing missing

Radiator damaged.

Rear brake reservoir not bolted to frame.

Right hand steering stop damaged.

Speedo loose

Pass 25 Jun 2018 14,422 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2018 14,422 miles

Offside Footrest insecure bolt missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake master cylinder defective but brake still operating (1.1.10 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2016

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 15 Aug 2016

Direction indicator missing Front (1.5.1a)

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 25 Apr 2015 9,585 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 7,296 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 7,226 miles

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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FJ08 ZPS is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FJ08 ZPS, 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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FJ08 ZPS is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 14 August 2008.

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