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R453 RRD

1998 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

18,913 mi
Last recorded18,913 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SR12518,112 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR453 RRD
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 18,913 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 18,744 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 18,558 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 18,558 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 18,520 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 18,379 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 18,269 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2009 18,190 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2008 17,666 miles
Fail 20 May 2008 17,666 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 May 2007 16,948 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 15,952 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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R453 RRD is a 1998 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R453 RRD, 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 R453 RRD registered?

R453 RRD is a 1998 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 20 June 1998.

Is R453 RRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R453 RRD shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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