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T491 JLL

1999 Yamaha Sr 125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

23,328 mi
Last recorded23,328 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Sr 12514,732 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT491 JLL
MakeYamaha
ModelSr 125
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 23,328 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 21,839 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 21,794 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 21,371 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 19,721 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2017 17,618 miles

Nearside Front fork leg, pitting slightly

Fail 7 Feb 2017 17,617 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front fork leg, pitting slightly

Pass 13 Nov 2015 11,919 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2015 11,919 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front suspension assembly component excessively bent (2.3.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 5,998 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2014 5,998 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 5,976 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 5,958 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 5,916 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 5,834 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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T491 JLL is a 1999 Yamaha Sr 125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Sr 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.9% with a typical mileage of 14,732 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 T491 JLL, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha Sr 125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T491 JLL registered?

T491 JLL is a 1999 Yamaha Sr 125, first registered on 24 April 1999.

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