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RJ08 NYY

2008 Yamaha Yzf R125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

35,191 mi
Last recorded35,191 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R12513,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 NYY
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 35,191 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 33,585 miles

Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 21 May 2025 33,513 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 14 May 2024 31,373 miles

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

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear cush drive rubbers free play

Fail 14 May 2024 31,373 miles

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

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel spindle locking device ineffective (5.2.1 (d))

Offside Rear Wheel spindle locking device ineffective (5.2.1 (d))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear cush drive rubbers free play

Pass 15 May 2023 28,592 miles

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

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

Rear cush drive rubbers have slight freeplay

Pass 12 May 2022 26,609 miles

Front Forks deformed but serviceable (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 15 May 2021 22,393 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2020 22,064 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2019 19,525 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 17,169 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 12,659 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 12,659 miles

Footrest missing pilion (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 9 May 2016 8,573 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 8,573 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 6,918 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 10,403 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 3,804 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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RJ08 NYY is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RJ08 NYY, 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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RJ08 NYY is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 22 May 2008.

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