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R791 XNE

1997 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

20,227 mi
Last recorded20,227 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV12515,615 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR791 XNE
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 20,227 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 18,564 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 18,559 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive and rusty (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

chain guard missing

front and rear mudguards missing

Fail 6 Sep 2022 18,559 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp not working on both controls (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive and rusty (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

chain guard missing

front and rear mudguards missing

Pass 21 Jul 2021 17,646 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

both mudguards missing

chain guard missing

exhaust loose

Fail 13 Jul 2021 17,635 miles

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned not visable (4.4.3 (a))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

both mudguards missing

chain guard missing

exhaust loose

Pass 13 Aug 2018 17,216 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 17,107 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 17,034 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 12 Jul 2012 17,034 miles

Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 7,739 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 7,650 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 4,294 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2006 701 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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R791 XNE is a 1997 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XV125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 15,615 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 R791 XNE, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XV125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R791 XNE registered?

R791 XNE is a 1997 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R791 XNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R791 XNE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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