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R903 FGV

1998 Yamaha XV125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,429 mi
Last recorded15,429 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2014
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV12514,327 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR903 FGV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2014 15,429 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 14,184 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 14,180 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2009 14,180 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Oct 2007 14,179 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 14,179 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 14,179 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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R903 FGV is a 1998 Yamaha XV125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R903 FGV, 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 R903 FGV registered?

R903 FGV is a 1998 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R903 FGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R903 FGV shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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