MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
30,991 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))
Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
Rear Wheel spindle locking device missing (5.2.1 (d))
Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Nearside Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Sr 125?
Based on 2,253 MOT tests across 419 vehicles.
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R260 XVW is a 1997 Yamaha Sr 125 in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1997 Yamaha Sr 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 18,347 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 Sr 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R260 XVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Yamaha Sr 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Sr 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R260 XVW registered?
R260 XVW is a 1997 Yamaha Sr 125, first registered on 6 September 1997.
Is R260 XVW safe to buy?
The MOT history for R260 XVW shows 14 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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