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R108 LGP

1998 Yamaha SR125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

40,245 mi
Last recorded40,245 miles
Recorded on29 May 2012
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SR12518,112 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR108 LGP
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2012 40,245 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 40,241 miles

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Dec 2010 35,934 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 33,447 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Offside Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 30,967 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

throttle twist tube broken but not affecting operation

Fail 2 Dec 2008 30,967 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

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

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

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

both valve dust caps missing

throttle twist tube broken but not affecting operation

Fail 29 Oct 2008 30,892 miles

Nearside Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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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R108 LGP is a 1998 Yamaha SR125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha SR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 18,112 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 R108 LGP, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha SR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R108 LGP registered?

R108 LGP is a 1998 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 27 May 1998.

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