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S293 LMO

1998 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

29,933 mi
Last recorded29,933 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 1998 Yamaha SR12518,112 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS293 LMO
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Sep 2017 29,933 miles

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

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective lock stop not effective so forks hit fuel tank (2.1.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre perishing on near side walls (4.1.2a(ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fuel system component leaking fuel tap and pipe (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. underneath swinging arm.would advise NOT TO RIDE .as part of swinging arm missing (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2016 28,539 miles

chain in need of lubrication

Pass 20 Aug 2011 28,506 miles

chain and sprocket is very worn

exhaust has slight blow and is deteriated

front brake lever is bent

rear number plate is cracked

Fail 20 Aug 2011 28,506 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

chain and sprocket is very worn

exhaust has slight blow and is deteriated

front brake lever is bent

rear number plate is cracked

Pass 24 Jul 2010 28,040 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 24,401 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2009 24,399 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by taut cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 1 Feb 2008 23,661 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 23,646 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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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S293 LMO is a 1998 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 S293 LMO, 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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S293 LMO is a 1998 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 23 September 1998.

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