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Y228 UHK

2001 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2023
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

37,246 mi
Last recorded37,246 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2022
Typical for 2001 Yamaha SR12514,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY228 UHK
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2022 37,246 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 12 Nov 2022 37,208 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Headlamp aim not tested but clearly incorrect (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

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

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

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 33,478 miles

Front Fork yoke slightly corroded (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 33,461 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 33,147 miles

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

steering stop damaged to r/h side

Fail 6 Oct 2015 33,147 miles

Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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

steering stop damaged to r/h side

Pass 21 Aug 2014 32,841 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 31,933 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 31,933 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 31,303 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 28,662 miles

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 21 May 2010 28,662 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2009 26,714 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2009 26,710 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

Pass 29 May 2008 19,792 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 19,755 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 12 Jun 2007 13,847 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 13,817 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 May 2006 7,139 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2006 7,139 miles

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

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

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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Y228 UHK is a 2001 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 Y228 UHK, 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.

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Y228 UHK is a 2001 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 19 July 2001.

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