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R481 GDL

1998 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

16,927 mi
Last recorded16,927 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2015
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV12514,327 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR481 GDL
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2015 16,927 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 16,739 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 16,677 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2012 15,598 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 15,501 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 15,027 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 14,419 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 11,576 miles

inlet manifold rubber cracking

Fail 13 Dec 2005 11,576 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

inlet manifold rubber cracking

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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R481 GDL 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 77.8%.

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 R481 GDL, 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 R481 GDL registered?

R481 GDL is a 1998 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 6 March 1998.

Is R481 GDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R481 GDL shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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