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R257 UKV

1997 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

24,890 mi
Last recorded24,890 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SR12519,313 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR257 UKV
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 24,890 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 May 2014 24,260 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 22,994 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 22,994 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2012 20,409 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 17,064 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 13,319 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 9,924 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 7,795 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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R257 UKV is a 1997 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R257 UKV, 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 R257 UKV registered?

R257 UKV is a 1997 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R257 UKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R257 UKV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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