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R257 WAM

1998 Yamaha Sr 125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2021
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,555 mi
Last recorded18,555 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Sr 12513,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR257 WAM
MakeYamaha
ModelSr 125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2020 18,555 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2020 18,554 miles

Front Brake caliper has no reserve travel and braking performance affected Front wheel bearings not tested . Due to severe binding (1.1.16 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wheel bearings nit tested . Due to severe binding

Pass 15 Jan 2016 18,311 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 18,307 miles

front disc quite rusty

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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R257 WAM is a 1998 Yamaha Sr 125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Sr 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 13,746 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 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 R257 WAM, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha Sr 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R257 WAM registered?

R257 WAM is a 1998 Yamaha Sr 125, first registered on 21 May 1998.

Is R257 WAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R257 WAM shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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