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LF03 LGW

2003 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

7,127 mi
Last recorded7,127 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XV12510,390 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF03 LGW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 7,127 miles

Rear seat covered at time of test

Pass 3 Oct 2024 6,900 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 6,667 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Oct 2023 6,667 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 6,656 miles

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect HARDTAIL CONVERSION (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy NOTCHY (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 6,329 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 6,159 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 6,155 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2019 5,583 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 5,574 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 4,899 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 36,874 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 36,874 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 2,059 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 1,727 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV125?

Based on 8,004 MOT tests across 923 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
608
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
923
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 188
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 187
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 157
Drive chain excessively loose 147
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 110
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LF03 LGW is a 2003 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XV125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 10,390 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XV125 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 188 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LF03 LGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV125 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha XV125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LF03 LGW registered?

LF03 LGW is a 2003 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 10 May 2003.

Is LF03 LGW safe to buy?

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