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P597 MPO

1997 Yamaha XV125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

9,889 mi
Last recorded9,889 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV12515,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP597 MPO
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 9,889 miles

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

Fail 9 Sep 2016 9,889 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2015 9,745 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 9,640 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 9,385 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 9,146 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 8,950 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 8,592 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 8,349 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 8,205 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2007 7,742 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2006 7,007 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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P597 MPO is a 1997 Yamaha XV125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P597 MPO, 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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P597 MPO is a 1997 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 29 March 1997.

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