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N637 JLP

1996 Yamaha SR125

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,090 mi
Last recorded20,090 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha SR12519,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN637 JLP
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 20,090 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2026 20,090 miles

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.4 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Oct 2021 19,975 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2013 19,818 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 19,707 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 19,707 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 19,631 miles

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

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 19,474 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 17,657 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 14 Oct 2008 17,657 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Oct 2007 17,005 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake caliper damp with oil/grease

Fail 24 Oct 2007 16,996 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

front brake caliper damp with oil/grease

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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N637 JLP 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 66.7%.

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 N637 JLP, 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 N637 JLP registered?

N637 JLP is a 1996 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 2 July 1996.

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