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G540 MKR

1989 Yamaha TZR125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2022
Tests17 (8 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate47.1%

Mileage

6,547 mi
Last recorded6,547 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2021
Typical for 1989 Yamaha TZR12527,924 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG540 MKR
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR125
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

8 pass 9 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2021 6,547 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 8 Jul 2021 6,547 miles

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

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Shock to swingarm bearing has excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Swingarm pivot bearing has excessive play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2020 6,178 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2020 6,154 miles

All direction indicators adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

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

Pass 12 Dec 2018 5,097 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2018 5,097 miles

Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Fail 1 Mar 2016 5,093 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play LOWER SHOCK MOUNT (2.4.A2a(i))

EURO DIP BEAM LIGHT FITTED

Pass 24 Feb 2015 4,993 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 26,724 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Fail 13 May 2011 26,724 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Fail 12 Apr 2011 26,491 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2008 24,880 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2008 24,880 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 25 Aug 2007 23,863 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2007 23,863 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Fail 20 Jul 2007 23,847 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Offside Front Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Rear Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

gear selector worn

Pass 19 Jul 2006 17,352 miles

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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G540 MKR is a 1989 Yamaha TZR125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 47.1%.

Across all 1989 Yamaha TZR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 27,924 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 G540 MKR, 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 37 years old, this Yamaha TZR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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G540 MKR is a 1989 Yamaha TZR125, first registered on 15 November 1989.

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