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R459 RDP

1998 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

19,293 mi
Last recorded19,293 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV12514,327 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR459 RDP
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2016 19,293 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 26 Mar 2016 19,281 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2b)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 17,242 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2015 17,242 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 15,156 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 15,156 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 23 Mar 2012 14,105 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 14,105 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 13,723 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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R459 RDP is a 1998 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 R459 RDP, 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 R459 RDP registered?

R459 RDP is a 1998 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 12 May 1998.

Is R459 RDP safe to buy?

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