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R251 HGC

1997 Yamaha XV125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

22,064 mi
Last recorded22,064 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV12515,615 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR251 HGC
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2019 22,064 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2018 22,056 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leaks from engine

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements Front switch missing (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2016 22,004 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 21,196 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 18 Jan 2008 18,182 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 18,027 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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R251 HGC is a 1997 Yamaha XV125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R251 HGC, 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 R251 HGC registered?

R251 HGC is a 1997 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 4 November 1997.

Is R251 HGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R251 HGC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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