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AY08 JWU

2008 Yamaha XT125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2024
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT1255,064 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 JWU
MakeYamaha
ModelXT125
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2023

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Aug 2023

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2020

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2020

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Aug 2018

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2017

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2016

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 4 Aug 2016

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 7,200 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 5,710 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 22 Mar 2014 5,710 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 3 Apr 2013 4,955 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 4,955 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 4,180 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT125?

Based on 8,623 MOT tests across 1,209 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
1,266
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 336
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 312
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 279
Direction indicator incorrect colour 234
reflector on motorcycle missing 231
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AY08 JWU is a 2008 Yamaha XT125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 5,064 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 XT125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 336 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY08 JWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT125 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha XT125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AY08 JWU registered?

AY08 JWU is a 2008 Yamaha XT125, first registered on 26 August 2008.

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