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HW16 LKG

2016 Yamaha Ybr

Red Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

22,632 mi
Last recorded22,632 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Yamaha Ybr8,731 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW16 LKG
MakeYamaha
ModelYbr
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 22,632 miles

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

Rear Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

slight 'cracking' noise from bar clamp area, not play or damage dentified

Pass 12 Apr 2025 22,142 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play sprocket carrier bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

front tyre starting to perish

Fail 11 Apr 2025 22,142 miles

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

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play sprocket carrier bearing (5.1.3 (a) (i))

front tyre starting to perish

cushdrive rubbers excessively worn

Pass 13 Apr 2024 22,142 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

front tyre starting to perish

rear sprocket carrier cush drive rubbers worn

Fail 12 Apr 2024 22,142 miles

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

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

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

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

front tyre starting to perish

rear sprocket carrier cush drive rubbers worn

rear sprocket carrier cush drive rubbers worn

Pass 19 Apr 2023 19,389 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2023 19,389 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 16,521 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2022 16,521 miles

Footrest insecure rubbers (6.2.12 (a))

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

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2021 13,183 miles

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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
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HW16 LKG is a 2016 Yamaha Ybr in Red with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HW16 LKG, 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.

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HW16 LKG is a 2016 Yamaha Ybr, first registered on 18 June 2016.

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