2008 Yamaha YBR 125 0.1L Petrol · HY57 GVG

The 2021‑10‑21 MOT at 8,962 miles declared the 2008 Yamaha YBR 125 roadworthy, yet the test recorded oil misting on both front shock absorbers and a worn drive chain, indicating that the vehicle remains marginally compliant rather than fully sound. The recurring oil misting and chain wear, first noted in the 2021‑10‑19 failure and repeated in the subsequent pass, show a stable but concerning trend rather than improvement. At 18 years old the recorded mileage of 8,962 miles averages only 498 miles per year, a figure that appears low for the model's age. The interval from the 2012 test at 4,123 miles to the 2013 test at 5,657 miles represents a 1,534‑mile increase in a single year, after which mileage remained static until a sharp rise to 8,962 miles by October 2021, suggesting periods of storage followed by renewed use. A buyer should therefore inspect the front suspension for leaking seals and corroded bushes, verify the condition of the brake pads, discs and calipers for binding or excessive wear, check the drive chain tension and sprocket wear, confirm tyre tread depth and sidewall condition, and examine the chassis and wheel arches for structural rust, while also testing headlamp illumination and beam alignment.