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PL03 EXZ

2003 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,816 mi
Last recorded23,816 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XV12510,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 EXZ
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 23,816 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 23,816 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 23,546 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 23,233 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 22,418 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2011 21,690 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2011 21,690 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2010 19,988 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 17,090 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 16,729 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 16,724 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Floor brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.C1b)

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Jan 2008 12,900 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2008 12,900 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 8,910 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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PL03 EXZ is a 2003 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XV125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 10,390 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 PL03 EXZ, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XV125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was PL03 EXZ registered?

PL03 EXZ is a 2003 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 1 June 2003.

Is PL03 EXZ safe to buy?

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