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OV51 HWB

2002 Yamaha SR125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

29,193 mi
Last recorded29,193 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 2002 Yamaha SR12513,237 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV51 HWB
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2024 29,193 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2023 25,669 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2022 25,421 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 26 Nov 2022 25,421 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake component insecure (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Vehicle identification number not displayed (0.2 (a))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 25,303 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 25,303 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 24,622 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 23,465 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 23,296 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 22,653 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 21,010 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 19,628 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 19,628 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 17,917 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Feb 2009 15,006 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2009 15,006 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front suspension has severe distortion of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.3.8)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 5 Feb 2008 12,107 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 9,621 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 8,021 miles

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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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OV51 HWB is a 2002 Yamaha SR125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha SR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 13,237 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 OV51 HWB, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha SR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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OV51 HWB is a 2002 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 15 February 2002.

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