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P744 LYC

1997 Yamaha XV125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,165 mi
Last recorded14,165 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV12515,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP744 LYC
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022 14,165 miles

Exhaust noisy Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 20 Jun 2014 14,144 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 14,144 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 14,087 miles

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

1 seat bolt missing from riders seat

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Jul 2012 12,635 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011
Fail 8 Aug 2011 11,528 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Sep 2010 10,129 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 9,834 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 9,607 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 9,201 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 8,952 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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P744 LYC 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 75%.

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 P744 LYC, 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 P744 LYC registered?

P744 LYC is a 1997 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P744 LYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P744 LYC shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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