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J744 NEW

1991 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,845 mi
Last recorded30,845 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 1991 Yamaha SR12519,790 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ744 NEW
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 30,845 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2025 30,779 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2025 30,779 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 30,765 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2023 30,747 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing also osr torque arm pin missing (5.2.1 (d))

Offside Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2006 30,734 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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J744 NEW is a 1991 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 J744 NEW, 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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J744 NEW is a 1991 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 19 September 1991.

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