CarVerify

Free Car Check

GV16 SWK

2016 Yamaha Ybr

Black Petrol 125cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

33,143 mi
Last recorded33,143 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Yamaha Ybr8,731 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV16 SWK
MakeYamaha
ModelYbr
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
View full Yamaha Ybr reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 33,143 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 32,452 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 20 Jun 2024 32,452 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

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

Pass 13 May 2023 30,587 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 13 May 2023 30,587 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2022 27,789 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 17 May 2022 27,788 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 19,196 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 12,230 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 12,228 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

rear brake torque arm split pin missing

Pass 17 Aug 2019 10,020 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Ybr?

Based on 30,681 MOT tests across 5,003 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
1,128
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
5,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 154
Full Yamaha Ybr reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GV16 SWK is a 2016 Yamaha Ybr in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2016 Yamaha Ybr models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 8,731 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 Ybr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 154 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV16 SWK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Ybr typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 10 years old, this Yamaha Ybr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GV16 SWK?

You can check the full history of GV16 SWK by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GV16 SWK registered?

GV16 SWK is a 2016 Yamaha Ybr, first registered on 20 August 2016.

Is GV16 SWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV16 SWK shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GV16 SWK have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GV16 SWK. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.