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P373 GPD

1997 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

11,562 mi
Last recorded11,562 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV12515,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP373 GPD
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 11,562 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2025 11,562 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen headlight has the wrong bulb fitted (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2024 10,768 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2024 10,740 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2023 10,557 miles

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

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

gear lever has bolt missing

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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P373 GPD is a 1997 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P373 GPD, 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 P373 GPD registered?

P373 GPD is a 1997 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 12 March 1997.

Is P373 GPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P373 GPD shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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