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N790 WFJ

1996 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,831 mi
Last recorded16,831 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha SR12519,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN790 WFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 16,831 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 16,812 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 16,812 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2017 16,056 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 31 Mar 2017 16,056 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 15,943 miles

no chain guard fitted at time of test

Fail 7 Apr 2016 15,943 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

no chain guard fitted at time of test

Pass 9 Sep 2014 14,823 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 13,318 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 13,009 miles

number plate cracked

Pass 4 Jul 2009 11,733 miles

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

number plate cracked

Pass 12 Feb 2008 11,725 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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N790 WFJ is a 1996 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 N790 WFJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N790 WFJ registered?

N790 WFJ is a 1996 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 18 May 1996.

Is N790 WFJ safe to buy?

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