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SP59 YCB

2009 Yamaha Yzf R125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests16 (8 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

15,927 mi
Last recorded15,927 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Yzf R12513,704 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP59 YCB
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 15,927 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm 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))

body panel damage

horn control

Fail 13 Mar 2026 15,927 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Rear Suspension arm 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))

body panel damage

Fail 14 Feb 2026 15,261 miles

Rear Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2024 14,773 miles

Nearside Front brake hose securing clamp bolt loose (forkleg

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

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

Fail 12 Nov 2024 14,773 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front brake hose securing clamp bolt loose (forkleg

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

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

various fairing securing bolts missing

Pass 4 Nov 2023 14,530 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Nov 2023 14,527 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brake master cylinder insecure (1.1.10 (c))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Aug 2023 14,523 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 9 Aug 2022 14,515 miles

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

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

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases stud missing (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust system insecure stud missing. (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working only working intermittently. (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake caliper insecure (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Lower fairings are insecure.

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

oil leak from engine

Pass 22 Apr 2021 10,316 miles

Front Screen loose

Fail 22 Apr 2021 10,316 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription missing (0.1 (b))

Front Screen loose

Fail 3 Apr 2021 10,132 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front screen insecure

Nearside Front body panels insecure

Nearside Front clutch lever insecure and worn

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front body panels insecure

Offside Front mirror missing

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jul 2016 8,779 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 5,614 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2014 4,788 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 968 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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SP59 YCB is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SP59 YCB, 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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SP59 YCB is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 10 October 2009.

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