Yamaha Sr125
MotorcycleFrom 697 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, a transmission belt, chain and sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn. The top issue, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, caused 18 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 18 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 9 |
| a transmission belt, chain, sprocket or pulley excessively loose or worn | 9 |
| a footrest missing or insecure | 7 |
| significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake | 6 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 6 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 4 |
| a lamp missing or inoperative | 4 |
| a throttle control not functioning correctly | 4 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 8.3% of Sr125 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £45.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2000 | 80.6% | excessive fluctuation in brake effort through each wheel revolution, a throttle control not functioning correctly |
| 1999 | 73.5% | the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements, significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake |
Typical mileage
Half of all Sr125s tested had between 12,195 and 30,193 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 20,241 median miles, the Sr125 has 0.096 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Yamaha models
| Yamaha Mt | 87.6% |
| Yamaha Gpd125-A Nmax 125 Abs | 80.8% |
| Yamaha Yzf R1 | 87.8% |
| Yamaha Unclassified | 86.6% |
| Yamaha Fzs600 | 83.1% |
Common questions
What is the Yamaha Sr125 MOT pass rate?
The Yamaha Sr125 has a 80.6% MOT pass rate based on 697 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Yamaha Sr125?
The most common MOT failure on the Yamaha Sr125 is a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely, which caused 18 failures. Other common issues include the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements.
What is the typical mileage of a Yamaha Sr125 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Yamaha Sr125 is 20,241 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 12,195 and 30,193 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.