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R89 RAU

1997 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

19,786 mi
Last recorded19,786 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SR12519,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR89 RAU
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2019 19,786 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2017 19,735 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front tyre perished

Pass 21 Aug 2014 17,895 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 17,495 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 17,495 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 24 Aug 2012 16,832 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 16,738 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 16,546 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 25 Aug 2010 16,546 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 16,403 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 16,225 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 16,088 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2007 16,088 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 16,035 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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R89 RAU is a 1997 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha SR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 19,313 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 R89 RAU, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha SR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R89 RAU is a 1997 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 18 August 1997.

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