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Y96 RTU

2001 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,052 mi
Last recorded16,052 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha SR12514,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY96 RTU
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 16,052 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 15,851 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 15,828 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 15,814 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 15,125 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Drive chain needs oiling (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 14,016 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 13,147 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 11,434 miles

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 21 Feb 2019 11,434 miles

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

Front Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 27 Apr 2015 11,431 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 11,196 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 11,183 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 11,180 miles
Fail 4 May 2010 11,178 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 9,993 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 6,371 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 6,371 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 3,124 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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Y96 RTU is a 2001 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 Y96 RTU, 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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What year was Y96 RTU registered?

Y96 RTU is a 2001 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 11 June 2001.

Is Y96 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y96 RTU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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