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R221 XBW

1997 Yamaha SR125

Maroon Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

25,966 mi
Last recorded25,966 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SR12519,313 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR221 XBW
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2016 25,966 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2016 25,966 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 24,128 miles

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2012 20,583 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 19,233 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2011 19,233 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 15,987 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2010 15,987 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 Sep 2009 11,845 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2009 11,841 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

speedometer backing light not working tickover high

Pass 3 Oct 2008 7,789 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 7,789 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Sep 2007 3,304 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2007 3,304 miles

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 1,663 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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R221 XBW is a 1997 Yamaha SR125 in Maroon with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 R221 XBW, 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 R221 XBW registered?

R221 XBW is a 1997 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is R221 XBW safe to buy?

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