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R391 KCA

1998 Yamaha XV125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

1,514 mi
Last recorded1,514 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2013
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV12514,327 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR391 KCA
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Fail 7 Mar 2013 1,514 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 1,514 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 22,789 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 20,392 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 19,884 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 19,770 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2006 17,185 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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R391 KCA is a 1998 Yamaha XV125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R391 KCA, 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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What year was R391 KCA registered?

R391 KCA is a 1998 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 24 June 1998.

Is R391 KCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R391 KCA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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