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RA08 ZVF

2008 Yamaha Yzf R125

White Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

26,105 mi
Last recorded26,105 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R12513,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 ZVF
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 26,105 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 21,666 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 15,236 miles

Central Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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

Offside Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 11,649 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2016 11,645 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose caliper bolts incorrect- and insecure (3.2.A1j)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies front brake light switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 9,923 miles

Both mirrors loose

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 17 Feb 2015 9,923 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Both mirrors loose

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2014 5,854 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 6 Feb 2014 5,854 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Mar 2012 1,478 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R125?

Based on 19,569 MOT tests across 3,376 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
1,821
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
3,376
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 437
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 370
reflector on motorcycle missing 282
Drive chain excessively loose 263
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 230
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RA08 ZVF is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 in White with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 13,350 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 Yzf R125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 437 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RA08 ZVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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RA08 ZVF is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 8 August 2008.

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