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R108 NKX

1997 Yamaha XV125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,973 mi
Last recorded18,973 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV12515,615 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR108 NKX
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2024 18,973 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2024 18,957 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

engine overreving @ idle

Pass 26 Jul 2014 18,900 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 14,886 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 13,594 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Number Plate Starting to Fade also has a Slight Crack in Top Nearside Corner.

Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 1 May 2010 11,005 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 10,035 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 9,730 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 9,729 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

throttle stiff

Pass 2 May 2007 8,931 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 8,922 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2006 5,527 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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R108 NKX 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 R108 NKX, 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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R108 NKX is a 1997 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 20 October 1997.

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