CarVerify

Free Car Check

R147 RAD

1998 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

11,260 mi
Last recorded11,260 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SR12518,112 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR147 RAD
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

18 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2025 11,260 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 10,690 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 10,128 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2022 10,031 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 9,495 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 8,260 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 6,966 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 6,949 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 6,939 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 6,486 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 6,173 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 6,065 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 5,684 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 4,972 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 4,585 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2007 3,938 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 3,573 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 3,120 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
Full Yamaha SR125 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R147 RAD is a 1998 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R147 RAD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R147 RAD?

You can check the full history of R147 RAD by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R147 RAD registered?

R147 RAD is a 1998 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R147 RAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R147 RAD shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R147 RAD have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R147 RAD. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.