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R247 FGC

1997 Yamaha SR125

Maroon Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

16,233 mi
Last recorded16,233 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SR12519,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR247 FGC
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2021 16,233 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 15,867 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2018 14,574 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 13,227 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 20 Apr 2016 13,227 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 12,641 miles

offside fork s;ightly leaking

Pass 17 Feb 2014 15,600 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 15,596 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 11,610 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 11,511 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 18 Jan 2010 11,511 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 11,251 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 11,152 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 10,986 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 10,453 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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R247 FGC 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 86.7%.

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 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 R247 FGC, 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 R247 FGC registered?

R247 FGC is a 1997 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 15 December 1997.

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