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R173 YWJ

1998 Yamaha SR125

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,253 mi
Last recorded26,253 miles
Recorded on9 May 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SR12518,112 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR173 YWJ
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2016 26,253 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 25,175 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 25,175 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 24,263 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

drive chain dry

left hand rear shock absorber poor

rear swing arm corrodeing on under side

Fail 8 May 2013 24,256 miles

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

drive chain dry + slightly loose

rear swing arm corrodeing on under side

Pass 5 Apr 2012 23,373 miles

front brake binding slightly

Fail 31 Mar 2012 23,362 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

brake fluid level close to minimum

Pass 28 Mar 2011 19,814 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 15,751 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 15,751 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 13,169 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2007 12,052 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2007 12,052 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 10,834 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 10,829 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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R173 YWJ is a 1998 Yamaha SR125 in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R173 YWJ, 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 R173 YWJ registered?

R173 YWJ is a 1998 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 11 March 1998.

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