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P454 FJK

1997 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

29,445 mi
Last recorded29,445 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SR12519,313 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP454 FJK
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2019 29,445 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 28,799 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 27,856 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 27,856 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 26,687 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured reflector in poor condition. (1.2.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 23,419 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 17,894 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Fail 26 Sep 2013 17,894 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 17,836 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 17,749 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 17,749 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2010 17,351 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 17,531 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 May 2009 17,134 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007
Fail 4 Sep 2007 15,898 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 14,503 miles

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

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

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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P454 FJK is a 1997 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha SR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 19,313 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 P454 FJK, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha SR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P454 FJK registered?

P454 FJK is a 1997 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is P454 FJK safe to buy?

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