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R856 NWO

1998 Yamaha XV125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

23,570 mi
Last recorded23,570 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2015
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV12514,327 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR856 NWO
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2015 23,570 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2015 23,547 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Pass 23 May 2014 22,725 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 19 May 2014 22,725 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.6)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

chain needs lubricating

Fail 20 May 2013 21,148 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 20 May 2013 21,148 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 18,078 miles

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Fail 21 Mar 2011 18,078 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

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

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 10,551 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 7,708 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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R856 NWO is a 1998 Yamaha XV125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 R856 NWO, 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 R856 NWO registered?

R856 NWO is a 1998 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 3 July 1998.

Is R856 NWO safe to buy?

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