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W491 XFM

2000 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

22,904 mi
Last recorded22,904 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha SR12516,934 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW491 XFM
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 22,904 miles

Rear Road spring corroded Both n/side and o/side rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 22,641 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 22,050 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 20,343 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 18,940 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 18,932 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 18,910 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 17,613 miles

front brake binding slightly

Pass 11 Aug 2009 16,157 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight uneven wear on front tyre

Fail 11 Aug 2009 16,157 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

slight uneven wear on front tyre

Pass 4 Aug 2008 14,482 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Aug 2007 13,068 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 13,068 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 11,256 miles

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

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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W491 XFM is a 2000 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha SR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 16,934 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 W491 XFM, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha SR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W491 XFM registered?

W491 XFM is a 2000 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 19 July 2000.

Is W491 XFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for W491 XFM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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