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P240 TMV

1997 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,026 mi
Last recorded21,026 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha SR12519,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP240 TMV
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2022 21,026 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 20,991 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2021 20,991 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 19,892 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 8 Feb 2018 19,878 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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 insecure (1.2.4)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 18,897 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Engine very noisy

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 18 May 2016 18,893 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Horn missing (1.7.1)

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Engine very noisy

Pass 22 Apr 2015 17,350 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2014 12,101 miles

front tyre worn

Pass 28 Aug 2012 7,506 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 5,748 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 5,472 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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P240 TMV is a 1997 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha SR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 19,313 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 P240 TMV, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha SR125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P240 TMV is a 1997 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 5 July 1997.

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