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R126 JGJ

1997 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,388 mi
Last recorded22,388 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SR12519,313 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR126 JGJ
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Sep 2013 22,388 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

rear brake making screeching noise when applied but working efficiently

Pass 17 Sep 2013 22,388 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

rear brake making screeching noise when applied but working efficiently

Pass 13 Mar 2012 21,716 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 20,762 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 5 Aug 2010 20,762 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 May 2009 20,287 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 19,861 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 18,692 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 16,282 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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R126 JGJ is a 1997 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R126 JGJ, 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 R126 JGJ registered?

R126 JGJ is a 1997 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 6 September 1997.

Is R126 JGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R126 JGJ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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