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P492 ETA

1997 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

20,956 mi
Last recorded20,956 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV12515,615 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP492 ETA
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2016 20,956 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit At 1.2mm in patches (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Fail 6 Sep 2016 20,956 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey Holed (7.1.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit At 1.2mm in patches (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 18 May 2015 20,290 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2014 18,411 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 15,327 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 12,258 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2012 12,258 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 11,083 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 11,504 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded. (4.2.1b)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 May 2008 11,498 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 May 2006 11,072 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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P492 ETA is a 1997 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P492 ETA, 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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P492 ETA is a 1997 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 4 July 1997.

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