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2008 Yamaha Yzf R125

Yellow Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,031 mi
Last recorded22,031 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R12513,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP08 NUM
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 22,031 miles

fairings in poor condition

Pass 9 Jun 2025 21,937 miles

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

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements wire disconnected (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Front bodywork slightly loose

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 28 May 2024 21,866 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front tyre starting to perish in tread

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

Pass 27 Apr 2023 21,761 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2022 21,603 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 21,394 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 21,031 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 19,967 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 18,814 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2016 14,221 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 11,358 miles

Gear lever slightly bent

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

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

Pass 16 Jul 2014 8,678 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 6,280 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2013 6,280 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 10 Oct 2011 5,664 miles

Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 5,664 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R125?

Based on 19,569 MOT tests across 3,376 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
1,821
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
3,376
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 437
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 370
reflector on motorcycle missing 282
Drive chain excessively loose 263
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 230
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YP08 NUM is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 in Yellow with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 13,350 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Yzf R125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 437 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YP08 NUM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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YP08 NUM is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 10 May 2008.

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