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P61 KJM

1997 Yamaha Sr 125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

31,014 mi
Last recorded31,014 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Sr 12518,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP61 KJM
MakeYamaha
ModelSr 125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2024 31,014 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front tyre starting to perish

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

Pass 27 Jun 2023 30,650 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 26 Jun 2023 30,650 miles

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

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 27 Feb 2021 30,484 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2016 28,812 miles

brake fluid appears old - advise replacement

Fail 10 Jun 2016 28,798 miles

Dipswitch does not deflect the main beam/s, making them into dipped beam/s (1.2.2b(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride torque arm nut (6.2.1h)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

brake fluid appears old - advise replacement

Fail 17 Apr 2014 27,943 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 27,943 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2012 27,069 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 24,595 miles

front tyre perished

Fail 26 Jul 2011 24,572 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

front tyre perished

Pass 15 Jul 2010 20,546 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 20,541 miles

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 19,241 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Sr 125?

Based on 2,253 MOT tests across 419 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
794
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
419
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 68
wheel bearings have excessive free play 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 27
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 27
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 24
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P61 KJM is a 1997 Yamaha Sr 125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Sr 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 18,347 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 Sr 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P61 KJM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Sr 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Sr 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P61 KJM is a 1997 Yamaha Sr 125, first registered on 24 May 1997.

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