CarVerify

Free Car Check

N854 HLW

1996 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

18,922 mi
Last recorded18,922 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha SR12519,110 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationN854 HLW
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2025 18,922 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Forks slightly corroded Stanchions pitted (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 14 Jan 2025 18,915 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake master cylinder leaking Leaking from cap (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Speedo drive not fitted correctly on front wheel

Pass 3 Jan 2024 14,969 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Jan 2024 14,969 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Forks slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Dec 2023 14,949 miles

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Forks slightly corroded stanchions (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Nov 2023 14,913 miles

Front Forks excessively deformed (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

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

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 9,160 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 8,016 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 7,623 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
Full Yamaha SR125 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

N854 HLW is a 1996 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 N854 HLW, 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

How do I check the history of N854 HLW?

You can check the full history of N854 HLW by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was N854 HLW registered?

N854 HLW is a 1996 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 1 April 1996.

Is N854 HLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N854 HLW shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N854 HLW have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on N854 HLW. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.