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V497 DFX

1999 Yamaha SR125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

29,249 mi
Last recorded29,249 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2011
Typical for 1999 Yamaha SR12517,666 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV497 DFX
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2011 29,249 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2011 29,249 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 27,364 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 21,584 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 20,258 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 20,244 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fail 25 Feb 2006 19,396 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Feb 2006 19,396 miles

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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V497 DFX is a 1999 Yamaha SR125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha SR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 17,666 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 V497 DFX, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha SR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V497 DFX registered?

V497 DFX is a 1999 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 7 September 1999.

Is V497 DFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V497 DFX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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