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P178 PLM

1997 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2022
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

446 mi
Last recorded446 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV12515,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP178 PLM
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2021 446 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose swing arm bush slighty loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2021 446 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting slightly loose swing arm bush slighty loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 17 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Aug 2020 7 miles

Drive chain horseshoe locking device incorrectly fitted (6.1.7 (j) (i))

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

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2015 36,935 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 36,811 miles

light cracking to sidewall of rear tyre

Fail 17 Apr 2009 34,789 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 34,789 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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P178 PLM is a 1997 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XV125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 15,615 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 XV125 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 188 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P178 PLM, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XV125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P178 PLM is a 1997 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 8 October 1997.

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