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R16 PFT

2008 Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,187 mi
Last recorded13,187 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom9,408 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR16 PFT
MakeYamaha
ModelYbr 125 Custom
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 13,187 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2025 12,767 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 May 2024 12,282 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 11,501 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 11,501 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 11,192 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2022 11,192 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 11,049 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2021 11,049 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2019 10,909 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2019 10,909 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly and functionality of brakes affected (1.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2018 10,560 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 9,969 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 9,842 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 9,838 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 9,824 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 9,424 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 8,882 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 8,346 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 7,481 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom?

Based on 10,604 MOT tests across 1,257 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
842
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
1,257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 128
Drive chain excessively loose 116
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 99
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 92
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 78
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R16 PFT is a 2008 Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 9,408 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 Ybr 125 Custom fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R16 PFT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R16 PFT registered?

R16 PFT is a 2008 Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom, first registered on 28 August 2008.

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