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R231 ONW

1998 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,057 mi
Last recorded47,057 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2013
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SR12518,112 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR231 ONW
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2013 47,057 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 47,057 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 44,134 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 40,860 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 37,759 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2010 37,759 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Pass 8 Sep 2009 36,501 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 36,406 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 32,134 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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R231 ONW is a 1998 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R231 ONW, 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 R231 ONW registered?

R231 ONW is a 1998 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 2 April 1998.

Is R231 ONW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R231 ONW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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