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R261 XVW

1997 Yamaha SR125

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

18,775 mi
Last recorded18,775 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2014
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SR12519,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR261 XVW
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2014 18,775 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 18,775 miles

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 18,775 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 18,771 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 18,771 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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R261 XVW is a 1997 Yamaha SR125 in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R261 XVW, 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 R261 XVW registered?

R261 XVW is a 1997 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 6 September 1997.

Is R261 XVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R261 XVW shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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