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YR58 YZV

2008 Yamaha Yzf R125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

24,729 mi
Last recorded24,729 miles
Recorded on13 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R12513,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR58 YZV
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 May 2025 24,729 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2025 24,726 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 19 May 2022 22,819 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 22,436 miles
Pass 23 May 2020 21,692 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2020 21,692 miles

Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Feb 2019 16,506 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 13,959 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 13,959 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2017 13,617 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 13,617 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 12,161 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 6,344 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 6,151 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 2,940 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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YR58 YZV is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YR58 YZV, 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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What year was YR58 YZV registered?

YR58 YZV is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 3 November 2008.

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