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WJ58 RFY

2008 Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom9,408 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ58 RFY
MakeYamaha
ModelYbr 125 Custom
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2025

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 20,744 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 20,736 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive borderline (6.2.1e)

Front Brake component is slightly corroded brake pads (3.1.5)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 24 Oct 2016 20,736 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride foot rest pin (6.2.1h)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive borderline (6.2.1e)

Front Brake component is slightly corroded brake pads (3.1.5)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 19,483 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 17,941 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 22 Aug 2014 17,896 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 13,093 miles

Exhaust rusty not yet blowing.

chain tension ?

Fail 28 Aug 2013 13,075 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.2.1c)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Chain guard lightly rubbing (6.2.1c)

Exhaust rusty not yet blowing.

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 9,024 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012 9,024 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 5,278 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2011 5,278 miles

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

Front 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))

How Reliable is the Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom?

Based on 10,604 MOT tests across 1,257 vehicles.

77.9%
Pass Rate
842
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
1,257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 128
Drive chain excessively loose 116
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 99
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 92
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 78
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WJ58 RFY is a 2008 Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 9,408 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 Ybr 125 Custom fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 128 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WJ58 RFY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WJ58 RFY is a 2008 Yamaha Ybr 125 Custom, first registered on 22 September 2008.

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