CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y208 YDL

2001 Yamaha SR125

Cream Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

510 mi
Last recorded510 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha SR12514,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY208 YDL
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year2001
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 510 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 489 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 8 Dec 2023 478 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2022 460 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 445 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 318 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2019 161 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute front and rear. (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 12 Dec 2019 161 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.4 (a))

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

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute front and rear. (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2018 28 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 22 Dec 2018 28 miles

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 9,770 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 9,757 miles

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 9,757 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 9,588 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 9,464 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 9,463 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 9,319 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 8,966 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 8,582 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 8,062 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 7,979 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2005 7,089 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
Full Yamaha SR125 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y208 YDL is a 2001 Yamaha SR125 in Cream with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 Y208 YDL, 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

How do I check the history of Y208 YDL?

You can check the full history of Y208 YDL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y208 YDL registered?

Y208 YDL is a 2001 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 4 July 2001.

Is Y208 YDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y208 YDL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y208 YDL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y208 YDL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.