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S231 VAW

1998 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,217 mi
Last recorded22,217 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2015
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SR12518,112 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS231 VAW
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2015 22,217 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 21,737 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 11 Jul 2014 21,737 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Chain guard missing

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 20,967 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2012 19,558 miles

Chain Guard Missing

Pass 7 Aug 2010 19,556 miles

Chain guard missing

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front position lamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 23 Feb 2009 18,717 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 18,717 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 12,903 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 12,903 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 9,127 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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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S231 VAW is a 1998 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha SR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 18,112 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 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 S231 VAW, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha SR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S231 VAW registered?

S231 VAW is a 1998 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 13 August 1998.

Is S231 VAW safe to buy?

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