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MU51 EUK

2001 Yamaha SR125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

35,301 mi
Last recorded35,301 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha SR12514,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 EUK
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 35,301 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 14 Jul 2025 35,267 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Jul 2024 29,714 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Jul 2024 29,708 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

Front Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 27,975 miles

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 23,139 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 16,985 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 14 Jul 2015 16,985 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 13,003 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 9,626 miles

Centre Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Centre Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Fail 27 Feb 2013 9,625 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

n/s handle bar grip loose !

Pass 6 Jan 2012 8,754 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2012 8,742 miles

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 5,909 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 5,853 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2008 4,852 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 4,843 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 4,363 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2005 3,855 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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MU51 EUK is a 2001 Yamaha SR125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha SR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 14,810 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 MU51 EUK, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha SR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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MU51 EUK is a 2001 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 21 September 2001.

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