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RK09 NZZ

2009 Yamaha Yzf R125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

21,143 mi
Last recorded21,143 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Yzf R12513,704 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK09 NZZ
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 21,143 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2025 1 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 26 Jan 2022 37,639 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2021 37,639 miles

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

Exhaust silencer insecure rubbing on rear suspension (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jun 2020 36,508 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Fail 17 Dec 2019 36,504 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition baffle missing (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested dip beam not working (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear reflector obviously incorrectly positioned (4.8.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2018 35,842 miles

Exhaust noisy after market baffle fitted (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 33,703 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2017 33,702 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition no baffle fitted (7.1.2)

Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 3,002 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 2 Sep 2016 3,002 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 24,077 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 11 Sep 2015 23,710 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 16,049 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 16,024 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 12,297 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 5 Mar 2013 12,224 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Mar 2012 8,508 miles

Front tyre getting low on offside

Fail 14 Mar 2012 8,508 miles

Front tyre getting low on offside

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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RK09 NZZ is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha Yzf R125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 13,704 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 RK09 NZZ, 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 17 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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RK09 NZZ is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 16 March 2009.

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