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WP09 HBA

2009 Yamaha Yzf R125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,350 mi
Last recorded29,350 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Yamaha Yzf R12513,704 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP09 HBA
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 29,350 miles

Dashboard not working correctly.

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Silencer fouling on swinging arm

Fail 25 Nov 2025

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2025 29,350 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 7 bars fluctuation (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Wiring loom obstucting steering movement (2.1.4 (c))

Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Nov 2024 25,087 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 20,792 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively Rubbing (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2020 20,792 miles

Central Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Link rod bearing worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick Pads on metal (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake binding but not excessively Rubbing (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Slight free play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 18,941 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 18,003 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2016 16,661 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2014 14,536 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 14,536 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 11,912 miles
Fail 23 Dec 2013 11,912 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 6,354 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear brake very slightly binding.

Fail 14 Jun 2012 6,351 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

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)

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

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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WP09 HBA is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2009 Yamaha Yzf R125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 13,704 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 WP09 HBA, 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 17 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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WP09 HBA is a 2009 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 17 June 2009.

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