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K972 VVU

1993 Yamaha TZR125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

40,825 mi
Last recorded40,825 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2015
Typical for 1993 Yamaha TZR12525,695 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK972 VVU
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR125
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2015 40,825 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 40,825 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play swingarm (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

Motorcycle structure excessively distorted upper swingarm shock mounting point (6.1.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 36,152 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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

Fail 17 Nov 2014 36,152 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2013 31,945 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 13 Nov 2013 31,945 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 10 Nov 2012 29,896 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 29,640 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 29,249 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 28,646 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 27,514 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2007 27,151 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2006 24,980 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TZR125?

Based on 5,764 MOT tests across 1,312 vehicles.

69.2%
Pass Rate
526
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
1,312
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 265
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 239
Horn not working 123
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 121
Direction indicator not working 121
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K972 VVU is a 1993 Yamaha TZR125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1993 Yamaha TZR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 25,695 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha TZR125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 265 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K972 VVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TZR125 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 33 years old, this Yamaha TZR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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K972 VVU is a 1993 Yamaha TZR125, first registered on 25 February 1993.

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