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P963 CDV

1997 Yamaha XV125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

17,536 mi
Last recorded17,536 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2008
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV12515,615 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP963 CDV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Feb 2008 17,536 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre Underinflated.Suspect puncture

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

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 17,536 miles

Rear Tyre Underinflated.Suspect puncture

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

Pass 6 Feb 2007 15,061 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 15,061 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 1 Feb 2006 11,157 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2006 11,157 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 11,153 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

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

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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P963 CDV is a 1997 Yamaha XV125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 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 P963 CDV, 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 P963 CDV registered?

P963 CDV is a 1997 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 22 June 1997.

Is P963 CDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P963 CDV shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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