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R893 YLH

1998 Yamaha XV125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2022
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

13,835 mi
Last recorded13,835 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2021
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV12514,327 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR893 YLH
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2021 13,835 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

slight pulsing of rear lamp

Fail 21 Dec 2021 13,835 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

slight pulsing of rear lamp

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 13,269 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 11,152 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 11,152 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 9,679 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2012 7,870 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Pass 31 Oct 2012 7,870 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011
Pass 23 Jun 2010 7,183 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 6,991 miles

Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 29 Jul 2006 6,326 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 6,326 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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R893 YLH is a 1998 Yamaha XV125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R893 YLH, 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 R893 YLH registered?

R893 YLH is a 1998 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 6 July 1998.

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