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KU52 VVS

2002 Yamaha TW125

Purple Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

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Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 Yamaha TW12511,164 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU52 VVS
MakeYamaha
ModelTW125
Year2002
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jun 2014 15,527 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 14,353 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 9,027 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 May 2011 5,134 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 12,674 miles

Centre Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2008 9,869 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 15 Aug 2008 9,869 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2005 7,282 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2005 7,280 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha TW125?

Based on 13,518 MOT tests across 1,520 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
725
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 240
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 175
reflector on motorcycle missing 174
Drive chain worn to excess 170
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 151
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KU52 VVS is a 2002 Yamaha TW125 in Purple with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Yamaha TW125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 11,164 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha TW125 fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 240 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KU52 VVS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TW125 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Yamaha TW125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KU52 VVS registered?

KU52 VVS is a 2002 Yamaha TW125, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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