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R421 TJB

1998 Yamaha SR125

Maroon Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,615 mi
Last recorded7,615 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SR12518,112 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR421 TJB
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1998
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 14 May 2025 7,615 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 7,029 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 6,000 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 5,982 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 5,905 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 5,818 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 5,685 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Dec 2015 5,638 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 5,569 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 5,489 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2012 5,272 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 5,176 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 5,112 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 5,037 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 4,733 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Dec 2007 4,594 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 4,502 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 4,442 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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R421 TJB is a 1998 Yamaha SR125 in Maroon with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha SR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 18,112 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 R421 TJB, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha SR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R421 TJB registered?

R421 TJB is a 1998 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 1 January 1998.

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The MOT history for R421 TJB shows 18 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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