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V438 OWC

2000 Yamaha SR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2021
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

55,117 mi
Last recorded55,117 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2020
Typical for 2000 Yamaha SR12516,934 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV438 OWC
MakeYamaha
ModelSR125
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2020 55,117 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component has wear or play, but not to excess (5.3.3 (d))

Pass 4 Jun 2018 54,932 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 4 Jun 2018 54,932 miles

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

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 May 2017 51,662 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 51,662 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Fail 10 Mar 2015 44,727 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2015 44,727 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2014 43,513 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 42,795 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 42,286 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 41,345 miles

chain very rusty neads looking at

Fail 21 Mar 2011 41,345 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

chain very rusty neads looking at

Pass 24 Mar 2010 40,421 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 39,794 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 37,775 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 37,435 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 34,190 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2006 34,190 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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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V438 OWC is a 2000 Yamaha SR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha SR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 16,934 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 V438 OWC, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha SR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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V438 OWC is a 2000 Yamaha SR125, first registered on 29 February 2000.

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