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SY52 TUH

2002 Yamaha TW125

Purple Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

12,623 mi
Last recorded12,623 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Yamaha TW12511,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY52 TUH
MakeYamaha
ModelTW125
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2025 12,623 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 14 Mar 2025 12,623 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 11,748 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 1 Oct 2022 11,123 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 10,492 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 9,197 miles

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

owner advises he takes no passengers

Fail 13 Jul 2019 9,142 miles

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

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 7,284 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2010 7,267 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2010 7,244 miles

Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

offside mirror missing

Fail 14 Sep 2009 6,573 miles

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 6,573 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 6,157 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2008 6,157 miles

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 3,890 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 1,843 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha TW125?

Based on 13,518 MOT tests across 1,520 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
725
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 240
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 175
reflector on motorcycle missing 174
Drive chain worn to excess 170
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 151
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SY52 TUH is a 2002 Yamaha TW125 in Purple with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha TW125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 11,164 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 TW125 fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 240 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SY52 TUH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TW125 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha TW125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SY52 TUH registered?

SY52 TUH is a 2002 Yamaha TW125, first registered on 27 November 2002.

Is SY52 TUH safe to buy?

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