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R422 JTW

1998 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2024
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,896 mi
Last recorded23,896 miles
Recorded on17 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV12514,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR422 JTW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2023 23,896 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 May 2022 20,884 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 20,862 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 3 Apr 2013 20,084 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 17,968 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 Mar 2012 17,967 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

front tyre unevenly worn

various splits to front tyre

Fail 1 Nov 2010 17,956 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

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

Pass 22 May 2008 17,947 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 17,947 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2007 15,675 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 14,032 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 14,032 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.3.1b)

rear tyre pressure low

side stand has no spring,held secure with a shoelace

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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R422 JTW is a 1998 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R422 JTW, 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 R422 JTW registered?

R422 JTW is a 1998 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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