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R280 SLH

1997 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,536 mi
Last recorded16,536 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV12515,615 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR280 SLH
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2023 16,536 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 9,149 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2022 9,149 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 5,671 miles

Front SHOCK ABSORBERS HAVE REDUCED DAMPING EFFECT

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Number plate holder slightly loose

Rear SHOCK ABSORBERS HAVE REDUCED DAMPING EFFECT

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2021 5,671 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front SHOCK ABSORBERS HAVE REDUCED DAMPING EFFECT

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Number plate holder slightly loose

Rear SHOCK ABSORBERS HAVE REDUCED DAMPING EFFECT

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 5,376 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 5,373 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 5,370 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2005 5,326 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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R280 SLH is a 1997 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R280 SLH, 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 R280 SLH registered?

R280 SLH is a 1997 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 9 December 1997.

Is R280 SLH safe to buy?

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