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J531 GMG

1991 Yamaha SR125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

28,291 mi
Last recorded28,291 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2017
Typical for 1991 Yamaha SR12519,790 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ531 GMG
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2017 28,291 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 28,291 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 26,939 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 26,938 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 1 Jul 2015 26,936 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 24,635 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 24,635 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Sep 2012 19,770 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 15,005 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 12,231 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 12,018 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Offside Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 5 May 2009 8,923 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 8,066 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 6,686 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha SR125?

Based on 37,376 MOT tests across 4,519 vehicles.

77.7%
Pass Rate
776
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
4,519
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 764
Drive chain excessively loose 552
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 503
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 469
wheel bearings have excessive free play 370
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J531 GMG is a 1991 Yamaha SR125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1991 Yamaha SR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.8% with a typical mileage of 19,790 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 SR125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 764 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J531 GMG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha SR125 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this Yamaha SR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J531 GMG registered?

J531 GMG is a 1991 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 12 August 1991.

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