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Y578 XBU

2001 Yamaha SR125

Green Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

28,224 mi
Last recorded28,224 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Yamaha SR12514,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY578 XBU
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2016 28,224 miles

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

head bearing has slight play

Fail 14 Sep 2016 28,217 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

front tyre near limit

slight play in head bearings

slight play in head bearings

Pass 15 Sep 2015 24,842 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified as not type approved (6.1.1b)

no mud gaurd fitted

Fail 5 Sep 2015 24,842 miles

Front Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. swing arm (2.4.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified as not type approved (6.1.1b)

Fail 7 Aug 2015 24,842 miles

Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Rear brake torque arm incorrectly fitted and no locking pin (6.2.1h)

Motorcycle structure cracked Rear number plate and taillight mounting insecure (6.1.1a)

Motorcycle structure excessively corroded Rear swinging arm (6.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Nearside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Nearside Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front tyre starting to perish on sidewall

No chain guard fitted.

No rear mudguard fitted.

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 21,202 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 21,195 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front Tyre Pressure is Very Low

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 20,522 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 16,274 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 13,955 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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Y578 XBU is a 2001 Yamaha SR125 in Green with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 Y578 XBU, 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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Y578 XBU is a 2001 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 13 June 2001.

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