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YJ58 LWG

2008 Hyosung GT 125 R

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

27,125 mi
Last recorded27,125 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Hyosung GT 125 R9,450 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ58 LWG
MakeHyosung
ModelGT 125 R
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2023 27,125 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2022 23,907 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2022 23,907 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Jul 2020

Rear Brake pedal insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2019

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 May 2018 35,166 miles

Central Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 29 May 2018 35,166 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2017 32,810 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 23 May 2016 31,303 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016

Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

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

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Brake pedal is inoperative (3.1.3c)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 13 Mar 2015

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Jun 2013 25,473 miles

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 7 Jul 2012 21,932 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.5a)

Pass 7 Jul 2012 21,932 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 21,932 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 30 Jun 2012 21,932 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Some fairing bolts missing. Rear caliper slide rubbers should be replaced (does not affect brake)

How Reliable is the Hyosung GT 125 R?

Based on 3,028 MOT tests across 516 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
1,586
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
516
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 125
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 102
Drive chain excessively loose 81
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 78
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 75
Full Hyosung GT 125 R reliability report

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YJ58 LWG is a 2008 Hyosung GT 125 R in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2008 Hyosung GT 125 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 9,450 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 Hyosung GT 125 R fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 125 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YJ58 LWG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Hyosung GT 125 R typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Hyosung GT 125 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YJ58 LWG is a 2008 Hyosung GT 125 R, first registered on 28 October 2008.

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