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P246 UKH

1997 Yamaha Sr

Green Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

24,953 mi
Last recorded24,953 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Sr16,025 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP246 UKH
MakeYamaha
ModelSr
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 24,953 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2015 24,814 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 24,721 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 24,505 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2013 24,505 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Front Sidelight Bulb Not Working

Pass 30 Jul 2010 23,561 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Engine noise, possible worn cam chain.

Engine tickover high, possible air leak.

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2009 20,750 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 18,072 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 16,530 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 8,741 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Sr?

Based on 2,285 MOT tests across 343 vehicles.

84.2%
Pass Rate
385
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
343
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 29
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 29
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 20
Drive chain excessively loose 18
Headlamp aim too high 18
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P246 UKH is a 1997 Yamaha Sr in Green with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Sr models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 16,025 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Sr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 29 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P246 UKH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Sr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Sr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P246 UKH is a 1997 Yamaha Sr, first registered on 24 April 1997.

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