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P448 ETO

1997 Yamaha Sr 125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

26,306 mi
Last recorded26,306 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Sr 12518,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP448 ETO
MakeYamaha
ModelSr 125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 26,306 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 23 May 2025 26,291 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 24,585 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front tyre cracking up

Pass 19 Oct 2015 23,048 miles

Both tyres are starting to crack

Pass 7 Aug 2014 23,024 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 23,023 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Front suspension assembly slightly bent (2.3.1)

Fail 15 Jan 2013 23,023 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Front Front suspension assembly slightly bent (2.3.1)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 22,899 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 22,591 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 22,414 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

left hand handlebar switch loose.

Pass 25 Apr 2006 22,346 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Sr 125?

Based on 2,253 MOT tests across 419 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
794
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
419
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 68
wheel bearings have excessive free play 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 27
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 27
Drive chain sprocket worn to excess 24
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P448 ETO is a 1997 Yamaha Sr 125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Sr 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 18,347 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Sr 125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 68 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P448 ETO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Sr 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Sr 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P448 ETO is a 1997 Yamaha Sr 125, first registered on 2 February 1997.

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