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R273 SJH

1997 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

12,723 mi
Last recorded12,723 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV12515,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR273 SJH
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2019 12,723 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 12,168 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 10,800 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 19 Oct 2013 10,795 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2012 9,910 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 10 Oct 2012 9,904 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Sep 2011 8,810 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2010 8,440 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 8,632 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 5,632 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2008 3,301 miles

front tyre sidewall starting to perish

Pass 5 Oct 2007 2,627 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 1,370 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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R273 SJH is a 1997 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 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 R273 SJH, 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 R273 SJH registered?

R273 SJH is a 1997 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 24 December 1997.

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