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PE58 GVA

2008 Yamaha Yzf R125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

14,144 mi
Last recorded14,144 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R12513,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE58 GVA
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 14,144 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 12,538 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 12 Jan 2022 9,549 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 10 Jan 2022 9,456 miles

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged Chafing on fairing. (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected Stiff side to side operation. (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 5,329 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 8,378 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 4,312 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 14,361 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Fail 7 Apr 2016 14,361 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Offside Front Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 12,157 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 12,157 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Number plate light not operating ( bulb missing )

Pass 27 Mar 2014 9,900 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2014 9,900 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

left switch gear loose

Pass 7 Feb 2013 7,646 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2011 7,630 miles

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

lens cover missing from o/s/front indicator

Pass 12 Oct 2011 7,630 miles

lens cover missing from o/s/front indicator

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R125?

Based on 19,569 MOT tests across 3,376 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
1,821
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
3,376
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 437
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 370
reflector on motorcycle missing 282
Drive chain excessively loose 263
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 230
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PE58 GVA is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 13,350 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 Yzf R125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 437 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PE58 GVA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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PE58 GVA is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 6 September 2008.

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