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P65 GCF

1997 Yamaha SR125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

13,938 mi
Last recorded13,938 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2014
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SR12519,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP65 GCF
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2014 13,938 miles

Centre stand stiff in return.

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front disc pads backing corroded

No bolts in cam chain tensioner.

No offside 'side panel', battery secured by rubber strap.

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 4 Dec 2014 13,932 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Centre stand stiff in return.

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front disc pads backing corroded

No bolts in cam chain tensioner.

No offside 'side panel', battery secured by rubber strap.

Fail 23 Aug 2013 12,977 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 12,977 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 19,153 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 17,191 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2010 13,133 miles

left hand side panel missing

Pass 3 Nov 2008 13,085 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2007 12,825 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 12,003 miles

Nearside Front Lower Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 11,124 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

front tyre perrishing

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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P65 GCF is a 1997 Yamaha SR125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P65 GCF, 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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P65 GCF is a 1997 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 22 February 1997.

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