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K170 RKK

1992 Yamaha SR125

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

42,174 mi
Last recorded42,174 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2024
Typical for 1992 Yamaha SR12519,299 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK170 RKK
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2024 42,174 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2024 42,165 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2022 42,119 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 9 Jun 2020 42,093 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 40,780 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 38,382 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 38,344 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 36,386 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front tyre slightly perished

Fail 12 Nov 2011 36,386 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

front tyre slightly perished

Pass 12 Nov 2010 34,339 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Registration plate cracked and likely to lead to de-lamination.

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2009 31,703 miles

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 Oct 2008 31,446 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 31,199 miles

Horn control not functioning. (1.7.2b)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 31,199 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 29,791 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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K170 RKK is a 1992 Yamaha SR125 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1992 Yamaha SR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 19,299 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 K170 RKK, 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 34 years old, this Yamaha SR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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K170 RKK is a 1992 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 6 August 1992.

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