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R483 HFM

1998 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Yamaha SR12518,112 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR483 HFM
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2024

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively both (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Fail 17 May 2022 428 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Chain guard missing ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Indicator tell tale missing (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Position lamp obviously incorrectly positioned (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2019
Pass 16 Sep 2016 408 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 21,180 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 19,087 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 30 Jul 2014 19,087 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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R483 HFM is a 1998 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 R483 HFM, 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 R483 HFM registered?

R483 HFM is a 1998 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 12 February 1998.

Is R483 HFM safe to buy?

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