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RV12 XSP

2012 Yamaha YBR125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

36,258 mi
Last recorded36,258 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Yamaha YBR12512,353 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV12 XSP
MakeYamaha
ModelYBR125
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 36,258 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 35,522 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2024 35,522 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Sep 2023 32,805 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Sep 2023 32,805 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 30,324 miles

Front Neutral light not working

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

Fail 5 Oct 2022 30,324 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Neutral light not working

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

Pass 6 Oct 2021 28,411 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2021 28,411 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Drive chain sprocket excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 24,723 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Aug 2020 24,723 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2019 20,003 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2019 20,003 miles

Rear Brake pedal so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (e) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 18,026 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 18,026 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 16,492 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 16,352 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2015 16,320 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 10 May 2014 15,099 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YBR125?

Based on 59,396 MOT tests across 6,364 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
1,213
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
6,364
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,173
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 943
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 872
Drive chain excessively loose 854
Drive chain worn to excess 558
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RV12 XSP is a 2012 Yamaha YBR125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

Across all 2012 Yamaha YBR125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.6% with a typical mileage of 12,353 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 YBR125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,173 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV12 XSP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YBR125 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 14 years old, this Yamaha YBR125 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV12 XSP registered?

RV12 XSP is a 2012 Yamaha YBR125, first registered on 29 May 2012.

Is RV12 XSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV12 XSP shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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