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R223 RMO

1998 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

3,104 mi
Last recorded3,104 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SR12518,112 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR223 RMO
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 3,104 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2025 3,104 miles

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

Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Pass 22 Oct 2022 3,036 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 2,888 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 2,714 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 2,329 miles

Front slight cracks in tread on tyre

Rear slight cracks in tread on tyre

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

Fail 14 Jun 2019 2,329 miles

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

Front slight cracks in tread on tyre

Rear slight cracks in tread on tyre

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

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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R223 RMO is a 1998 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R223 RMO, 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 R223 RMO registered?

R223 RMO is a 1998 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 27 June 1998.

Is R223 RMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R223 RMO shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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