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R268 SLH

1997 Yamaha SR125

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,646 mi
Last recorded45,646 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2009
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SR12519,313 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR268 SLH
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Aug 2009 45,646 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Near side lockstop damage.

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 42,142 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 36,766 miles

headlamp dipped beam pattern poor

motorcycle generally damaged

Pass 1 Aug 2006 30,734 miles

front mudgaurd broken but secured

headlight dipped beam pattern poor

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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R268 SLH is a 1997 Yamaha SR125 in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R268 SLH, 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 R268 SLH registered?

R268 SLH is a 1997 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 18 September 1997.

Is R268 SLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R268 SLH shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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