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LD59 VRP

2009 Yamaha Yzf R125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

20,233 mi
Last recorded20,233 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Yzf R12513,704 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD59 VRP
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 20,233 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2024 20,233 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 37,401 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2022 37,401 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2022 37,165 miles

Headlamp aim not tested dip beam not working (4.1.2 (b))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements angle of plate - needs to be as close to vertical (0.1 (d))

Stop lamp not working possibly staying on - not operating from bothv switches (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected right hand switch insecure (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively wear in chain and sprockets (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Front brake hose secured by cable ties

Pass 21 Oct 2020 33,151 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 33,151 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2019 27,766 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2019 27,766 miles

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

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))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

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

Rear All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 15 May 2019 26,553 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 10 May 2019 26,492 miles

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

Front Direction indicator not working Both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 May 2018 22,084 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 130/70/17 (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 3 May 2018 22,077 miles

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

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 130/70/17 (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

clutch pivot point worn

Pass 3 May 2017 18,686 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 May 2017 18,686 miles

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

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

Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2015 11,059 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Jun 2013 8,033 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 18 Jun 2013 8,033 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R125?

Based on 19,569 MOT tests across 3,376 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
1,821
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
3,376
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 437
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 370
reflector on motorcycle missing 282
Drive chain excessively loose 263
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 230
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LD59 VRP is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha Yzf R125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 13,704 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 Yzf R125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 437 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LD59 VRP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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LD59 VRP is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 30 September 2009.

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