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R497 ESG

1997 Yamaha Sr 125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2015
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,088 mi
Last recorded29,088 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2014
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Sr 12518,347 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR497 ESG
MakeYamaha
ModelSr 125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 25 Jan 2014 29,088 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 26,814 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Sr 125?

Based on 2,253 MOT tests across 419 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
794
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
419
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 68
wheel bearings have excessive free play 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 27
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 27
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 24
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R497 ESG is a 1997 Yamaha Sr 125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Sr 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 18,347 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Sr 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R497 ESG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Sr 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Sr 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R497 ESG registered?

R497 ESG is a 1997 Yamaha Sr 125, first registered on 7 October 1997.

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