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YR61 XVT

2012 Yamaha Yzf R125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests8 (3 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate37.5%

Mileage

33,895 mi
Last recorded33,895 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2012 Yamaha Yzf R12513,857 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR61 XVT
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 33,895 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2021 33,769 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 Oct 2017 33,142 miles

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Rear suspension bearing excessively deteriorated (2.4A.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 4 Jul 2017 31,293 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake component damaged and seriously reduced in strength master cylinder bracket bolt missing (3.2.A1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 24,129 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 16,333 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2015 16,249 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 6 Jun 2015 15,934 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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YR61 XVT is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 37.5%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha Yzf R125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 13,857 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 YR61 XVT, 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 14 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YR61 XVT is a 2012 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 3 January 2012.

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