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Y742 CGT

2001 Yamaha SR125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2014
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

70,135 mi
Last recorded70,135 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Yamaha SR12514,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY742 CGT
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2013 70,135 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Fail 27 Nov 2013 70,135 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2012 68,736 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

swing arm corroded

Fail 11 Sep 2012 68,736 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

near side lock stop damaged but still works

Fail 27 Apr 2012 68,688 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Front Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a) DANGEROUS

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Centre Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

dip beam dim

no oil in engine window

swing arm corroded

Pass 5 May 2011 66,052 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2006 62,780 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 3 Apr 2006 62,780 miles

Nearside Headlamp switch insecure (1.2.4)

Offside Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

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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Y742 CGT is a 2001 Yamaha SR125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 Y742 CGT, 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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Y742 CGT is a 2001 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 26 March 2001.

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