CarVerify

Free Car Check

R784 OTH

1997 Yamaha Sr 125

Red Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

12,121 mi
Last recorded12,121 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Sr 12518,347 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

RegistrationR784 OTH
MakeYamaha
ModelSr 125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
View full Yamaha Sr 125 reliability data

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

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2025 12,121 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2025 12,121 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Brake lining(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 27 Sep 2006 11,737 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 11,737 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2005 11,539 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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
Full Yamaha Sr 125 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

R784 OTH is a 1997 Yamaha Sr 125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R784 OTH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R784 OTH?

You can check the full history of R784 OTH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R784 OTH registered?

R784 OTH is a 1997 Yamaha Sr 125, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R784 OTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R784 OTH shows 5 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 R784 OTH 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 R784 OTH. 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.