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P768 OLX

1997 Yamaha XV125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

2,191 mi
Last recorded2,191 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV12515,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP768 OLX
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2013 2,191 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 2,180 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2012 2,180 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 1,948 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 1,596 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 1,262 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 1,262 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2008 1,240 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2008 1,240 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 16 Apr 2007 1,206 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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P768 OLX is a 1997 Yamaha XV125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P768 OLX, 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 P768 OLX registered?

P768 OLX is a 1997 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is P768 OLX safe to buy?

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