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P447 JRJ

1997 Yamaha XV125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2024
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

31,871 mi
Last recorded31,871 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV12515,615 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP447 JRJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2023 31,871 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 31,865 miles

Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Pass 16 Dec 2021 31,665 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Fail 14 Dec 2021 31,662 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 10 Jul 2007 13,928 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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P447 JRJ is a 1997 Yamaha XV125 in Red 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 P447 JRJ, 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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P447 JRJ is a 1997 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 14 February 1997.

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