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R429 OGN

1998 Yamaha XV125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

16,092 mi
Last recorded16,092 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV12514,327 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR429 OGN
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 16,092 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 15,901 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 15,644 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 15,478 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2008 14,145 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 30 Oct 2008 13,912 miles

Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Nearside Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Nearside Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Nov 2007 10,956 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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R429 OGN 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 R429 OGN, 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 R429 OGN registered?

R429 OGN is a 1998 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R429 OGN safe to buy?

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