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GL08 JSU

2008 Yamaha Yzf R125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Sep 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

34,350 mi
Last recorded34,350 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R12513,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 JSU
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 34,350 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2026 34,348 miles

Gradient brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 34,146 miles

Exhaust noisy baffle fitted (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 23 Aug 2017 34,138 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2015 29,183 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 29,183 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 20 Nov 2014 25,854 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 19,518 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 15,460 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 8,578 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 8,578 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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GL08 JSU is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GL08 JSU, 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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What year was GL08 JSU registered?

GL08 JSU is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 4 July 2008.

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