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V857 EVM

1999 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

33,273 mi
Last recorded33,273 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 1999 Yamaha SR12517,666 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV857 EVM
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 33,273 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 32,712 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 32,539 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 31,367 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 29,459 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

slight brake bind front wheel

Fail 29 Jan 2015 29,458 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

slight brake bind front wheel

Fail 24 Apr 2013 29,450 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Centre stand stiff

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Gearchange pedal bent

Rear tyre sidewalls have slight perishing

Pass 10 Apr 2012 27,916 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 10 Apr 2012 27,916 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 21,455 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 9,546 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 8,355 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 3 Apr 2009 8,352 miles

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 8,345 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2005 8,301 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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V857 EVM is a 1999 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 V857 EVM, 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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V857 EVM is a 1999 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 11 November 1999.

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