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P953 TAV

1997 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2014
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

25,116 mi
Last recorded25,116 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV12515,615 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP953 TAV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 Jun 2015 25,116 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 3 May 2013 23,635 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 21,776 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 3 Apr 2012 21,754 miles

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

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Mar 2010 20,833 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 19,046 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 19,046 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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P953 TAV is a 1997 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 P953 TAV, 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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P953 TAV is a 1997 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 8 July 1997.

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