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NX08 XNL

2008 Yamaha Yzf R125

Multi-colour Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

16,572 mi
Last recorded16,572 miles
Recorded on9 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R12513,350 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX08 XNL
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2008
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 9 May 2022 16,572 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

both tyres out of shape

Pass 28 Apr 2021 13,324 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 21 Apr 2021 13,324 miles

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

Rear Brake component insecure fluid reservoir (1.1.21 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2019 12,281 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2019 12,281 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail chain tensioners seized (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2018 9,406 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 7,937 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 5,938 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2016 5,928 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 18,798 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 15,709 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 13,426 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R125?

Based on 19,569 MOT tests across 3,376 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
1,821
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
3,376
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 437
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 370
reflector on motorcycle missing 282
Drive chain excessively loose 263
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 230
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NX08 XNL is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 in Multi-colour with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 13,350 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 Yzf R125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 437 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NX08 XNL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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NX08 XNL is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 3 May 2008.

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