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N297 BLV

1996 Yamaha SR125

Maroon Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,345 mi
Last recorded14,345 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 1996 Yamaha SR12519,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN297 BLV
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 14,345 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 14,338 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 14,079 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 May 2011 25,992 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

number plate cracked

Fail 16 May 2011 25,837 miles

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

Number plate slightly damaged

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 23,334 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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N297 BLV is a 1996 Yamaha SR125 in Maroon with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha SR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 19,110 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 N297 BLV, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha SR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N297 BLV registered?

N297 BLV is a 1996 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 23 May 1996.

Is N297 BLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N297 BLV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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