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Y196 BCG

2001 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

59,913 mi
Last recorded59,913 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha SR12514,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY196 BCG
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 59,913 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2025 59,066 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 56,329 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 52,327 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 50,090 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2021 49,845 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 48,447 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 42,118 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 36,995 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 36,995 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 31 Aug 2016 34,516 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 34,516 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2015 31,336 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 29,328 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 29,328 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 28,789 miles

front brake lever damaged

various body damage

Fail 17 Nov 2012 28,787 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp insecure (1.3.3b)

clutch cable insecure

front brake lever damaged

various body damage

Pass 20 Oct 2011 26,375 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 24,637 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 23,738 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 23,738 miles

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)

Pass 27 Sep 2008 223,045 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 19,079 miles

handlebars very slightly bent ?

rear brake squealing

Pass 13 Jul 2006 16,505 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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Y196 BCG is a 2001 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha SR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 14,810 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 Y196 BCG, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha SR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y196 BCG registered?

Y196 BCG is a 2001 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 4 April 2001.

Is Y196 BCG safe to buy?

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