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R538 GCG

1998 Yamaha SR125

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

26,918 mi
Last recorded26,918 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SR12518,112 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR538 GCG
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 26,918 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 25,974 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 25,489 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 24,876 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2022 24,278 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 23,691 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 23,247 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

throttle sticking slightly

Pass 28 Feb 2019 22,929 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Feb 2019 22,929 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 22,593 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 22,593 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 22,211 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 20,829 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 18,315 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 2 Mar 2015 18,315 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Feb 2014 15,647 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 13,538 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 12,646 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 11,012 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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R538 GCG is a 1998 Yamaha SR125 in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R538 GCG, 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 R538 GCG registered?

R538 GCG is a 1998 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 23 May 1998.

Is R538 GCG safe to buy?

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