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T197 SGP

1999 Yamaha YP125

Gold Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

29,032 mi
Last recorded29,032 miles
Recorded on28 May 2013
Typical for 1999 Yamaha YP12513,395 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT197 SGP
MakeYamaha
ModelYP125
Year1999
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2013 29,032 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 21 May 2013 29,012 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 23 May 2012 28,446 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 27,621 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 27,621 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 25,189 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2009 25,189 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 20 May 2008 23,930 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 29 May 2007 22,643 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 21,705 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YP125?

Based on 11,716 MOT tests across 1,516 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,516
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 562
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 506
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 506
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 401
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 153
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T197 SGP is a 1999 Yamaha YP125 in Gold with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha YP125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 13,395 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 YP125 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 562 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T197 SGP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YP125 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 27 years old, this Yamaha YP125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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T197 SGP is a 1999 Yamaha YP125, first registered on 6 March 1999.

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