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P240 DSO

1997 Yamaha XV125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

9,910 mi
Last recorded9,910 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV12515,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP240 DSO
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2016 9,910 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

free play at gear lever

free play at rear brake lever

rear brake lever travel

Fail 29 Mar 2016 9,910 miles

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

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

free play at gear lever

free play at rear brake lever

Pass 28 Mar 2015 9,735 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 9,635 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 9,635 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 9,385 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 9,385 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 2 Jun 2005 7,503 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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P240 DSO is a 1997 Yamaha XV125 in Red 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 P240 DSO, 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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What year was P240 DSO registered?

P240 DSO is a 1997 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P240 DSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P240 DSO shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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