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RK03 CBV

2003 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,683 mi
Last recorded23,683 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2024
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XV12510,390 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK03 CBV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2024 23,683 miles

air box not fully secure

Pass 8 Aug 2022 23,147 miles

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

foot brake travel getting long

Pass 18 Aug 2021 21,841 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 12 Aug 2021 21,841 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 19,921 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2018 16,716 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 13,031 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play swingarm (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Oct 2016 8,455 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2016 8,455 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 4,552 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 4,528 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 4,256 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 2,419 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 2,406 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2009 1,997 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2008 1,271 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

drive chain rusty

Fail 3 Apr 2007 1,249 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

drive chain slightly rusty .

Pass 3 Apr 2007 1,249 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

drive chain slightly rusty .

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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RK03 CBV is a 2003 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XV125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 10,390 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 RK03 CBV, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XV125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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RK03 CBV is a 2003 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 16 May 2003.

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