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R516 TEW

1998 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2025
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

60,439 mi
Last recorded60,439 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2024
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SR12518,112 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR516 TEW
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2024 60,439 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 60,188 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 60,088 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 60,083 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2012 59,589 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 59,582 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 57,577 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 57,278 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 23 Sep 2010 57,278 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Front suspension assembly component excessively corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 56,815 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2009 56,809 miles

Rear suspension has corrosion which reduces the strength of a load bearing member or its supporting structure. (2.4.A.2d)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

number plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 20 Jun 2008 54,136 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

rear suspension stiff

Fail 9 Jun 2007 47,554 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut(s) loose (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 9 Jun 2007 47,554 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 41,656 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R516 TEW is a 1998 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 R516 TEW, 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 R516 TEW registered?

R516 TEW is a 1998 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is R516 TEW safe to buy?

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