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NK51 HBL

2001 Yamaha XQ125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,016 mi
Last recorded51,016 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XQ12511,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK51 HBL
MakeYamaha
ModelXQ125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 51,016 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2024 48,365 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2024 48,343 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

heavy corrosion to lower frame and running gear

Pass 13 May 2023 46,366 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 13 May 2023 46,366 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 42,511 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Dec 2021 42,488 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Upper Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 11,128 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2020 11,128 miles

Front Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced stand in sinecure (6.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Jun 2012 104 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 103 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 13,961 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 9,618 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2005 9,214 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XQ125?

Based on 3,282 MOT tests across 536 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
1,078
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
536
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 173
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 153
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 150
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 122
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 78
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NK51 HBL is a 2001 Yamaha XQ125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XQ125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 11,347 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 XQ125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NK51 HBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XQ125 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha XQ125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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NK51 HBL is a 2001 Yamaha XQ125, first registered on 1 October 2001.

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