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P897 HBL

1997 Yamaha SR125

Maroon Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

8,522 mi
Last recorded8,522 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SR12519,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP897 HBL
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 8,522 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 8,483 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2019 8,462 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Front Brake lever so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

front tyre has slight cracks due to age

Pass 3 Jul 2018 4,060 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 4,032 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 2,453 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
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P897 HBL is a 1997 Yamaha SR125 in Maroon with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P897 HBL, 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 P897 HBL registered?

P897 HBL is a 1997 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 10 April 1997.

Is P897 HBL safe to buy?

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