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N514 LMW

1996 Yamaha SR125

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2014
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

26,036 mi
Last recorded26,036 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2013
Typical for 1996 Yamaha SR12519,110 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN514 LMW
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2013 26,036 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2013 25,824 miles

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 19,987 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 19,836 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2011 15,527 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 15,416 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 15,405 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 15,074 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 14,710 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 14,694 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2006 12,690 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 4 Aug 2006 12,690 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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N514 LMW is a 1996 Yamaha SR125 in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 N514 LMW, 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 N514 LMW registered?

N514 LMW is a 1996 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 5 February 1996.

Is N514 LMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N514 LMW shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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