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P57 OLE

1997 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

14,577 mi
Last recorded14,577 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV12515,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP57 OLE
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2023 14,577 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 5 Nov 2022 14,495 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 14,343 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 13,633 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 8,072 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 8,069 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 May 2012 8,069 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 7,339 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2009 6,352 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 5,834 miles

right hand chain adjusting plate missing

Pass 23 Mar 2007 4,713 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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P57 OLE 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 90.9%.

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 P57 OLE, 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 P57 OLE registered?

P57 OLE is a 1997 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 7 April 1997.

Is P57 OLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P57 OLE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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