CarVerify

Free Car Check

R588 JWY

1998 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

10,247 mi
Last recorded10,247 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SR12518,112 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR588 JWY
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Jun 2014 10,247 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Nearside Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

fuel cap lock damaged but secure

Pass 1 Jul 2011 9,503 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2011 9,503 miles

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 2 Jul 2010 8,283 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2010 8,283 miles

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 19 Sep 2009 20,521 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2008 18,353 miles

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 18,353 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 15,271 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 10,889 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
Full Yamaha SR125 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R588 JWY is a 1998 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R588 JWY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R588 JWY?

You can check the full history of R588 JWY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R588 JWY registered?

R588 JWY is a 1998 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 5 March 1998.

Is R588 JWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R588 JWY shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R588 JWY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R588 JWY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.