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R213 OVN

1998 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

848 mi
Last recorded848 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SR12518,112 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR213 OVN
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 848 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))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 13 May 2025 840 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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))

Pass 20 Sep 2016 28,721 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 17,830 miles

Front Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Lower Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Offside Front Upper Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Upper Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 11 Sep 2008 17,820 miles

Rear Upper Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Lower Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Offside Front Upper Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Offside Front Upper Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 11,367 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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R213 OVN is a 1998 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R213 OVN, 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 R213 OVN registered?

R213 OVN is a 1998 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 19 February 1998.

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