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R208 WHH

1998 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,634 mi
Last recorded20,634 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV12514,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR208 WHH
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2020 20,634 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 20,342 miles
Fail 14 May 2016 20,342 miles

Front Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear suspension movement is excessively stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 1 May 2015 20,163 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 19,856 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 18,624 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 18,564 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 4 Sep 2012 18,564 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 18,064 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 6 Sep 2011 18,064 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 17,635 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 16,054 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2006 15,972 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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R208 WHH is a 1998 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XV125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 14,327 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 R208 WHH, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XV125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R208 WHH is a 1998 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 1 July 1998.

Is R208 WHH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R208 WHH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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