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P495 SUC

1997 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2022
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

25,472 mi
Last recorded25,472 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV12515,615 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP495 SUC
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2021 25,472 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2021 25,472 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2015 24,914 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 19 Sep 2015 24,846 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

tyre pressures low

Pass 6 Sep 2014 23,960 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Oil leak

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 6 Sep 2014 23,953 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Oil leak

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

clutch and throttle cables slightly to long

Fail 16 Jul 2014 23,789 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

clutch slipping

Pass 12 Jul 2013 23,338 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 22,594 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 25 Aug 2011 22,594 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 19,380 miles

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

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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P495 SUC 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 54.5%.

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 P495 SUC, 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 P495 SUC registered?

P495 SUC is a 1997 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 14 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P495 SUC shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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