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R423 MTO

1998 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2015
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

25,461 mi
Last recorded25,461 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2014
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV12514,327 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR423 MTO
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2014 25,461 miles

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 25,461 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2012 22,065 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 8 Jun 2012 22,065 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 21,869 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear Wheel damaged significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 9,016 miles

headlight pattern poor

slight bind on front brake

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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R423 MTO is a 1998 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 R423 MTO, 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 R423 MTO registered?

R423 MTO is a 1998 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 20 April 1998.

Is R423 MTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R423 MTO shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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