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R280 UOA

1997 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2014
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,002 mi
Last recorded42,002 miles
Recorded on9 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SR12519,313 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR280 UOA
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 May 2013 42,002 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 41,672 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 41,093 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 40,560 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 39,387 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 39,095 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 38,077 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 36,858 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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R280 UOA is a 1997 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R280 UOA, 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 R280 UOA registered?

R280 UOA is a 1997 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is R280 UOA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R280 UOA shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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