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WN08 ZRD

2008 Yamaha Yzf R125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

27,780 mi
Last recorded27,780 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R12513,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN08 ZRD
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 27,780 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2025 27,714 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2024 39,977 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 9 Aug 2024 39,977 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Rear Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Fail 30 Apr 2024 39,974 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Wheel excessively distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test brake efficiency less than 27.5% overall (1.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

exhaust silencer fouling swinging arm

front mudguard mount broken

nearside front footrest shortened,

Pass 8 Jan 2022 21,576 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 15,505 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 13,276 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 11,975 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 11,975 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 13 Sep 2017 11,020 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 11,020 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 10,273 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2015 8,627 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 8,627 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2014 7,978 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 7,828 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 30 May 2012 7,824 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 May 2011 6,615 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 26 May 2011 6,615 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R125?

Based on 19,569 MOT tests across 3,376 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
1,821
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
3,376
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 437
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 370
reflector on motorcycle missing 282
Drive chain excessively loose 263
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 230
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WN08 ZRD is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 13,350 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 Yzf R125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 437 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WN08 ZRD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WN08 ZRD is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 21 April 2008.

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