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N499 VDV

1996 Yamaha TZR125

Multi-colour Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,600 mi
Last recorded16,600 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2006
Typical for 1996 Yamaha TZR12516,045 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN499 VDV
MakeYamaha
ModelTZR125
Year1996
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2006 16,600 miles

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

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

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

head lamp beam kick up is to the offside but has been taped to correct.

riders foot rest is slightly damaged.

Fail 28 Sep 2006 16,600 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Front Brake component has an inadequate repair (3.1.5)

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

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

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

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

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

riders foot rest mount bent.

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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N499 VDV is a 1996 Yamaha TZR125 in Multi-colour with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha TZR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 16,045 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 TZR125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 265 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N499 VDV, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha TZR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N499 VDV is a 1996 Yamaha TZR125, first registered on 27 February 1996.

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