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RV13 YXL

2013 Yamaha Yzf

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,357 mi
Last recorded34,357 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2025
Typical for 2013 Yamaha Yzf14,115 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV13 YXL
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf
Year2013
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2025 34,357 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Indicator switch faulty doesnt always work (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement dog log mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear cush drive worn free play

Rear tyre slighty fouls on swing arm but can still be turn freely (possible wrong size tyre)

Fail 27 Jan 2025 34,357 miles

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white light (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour white light (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached clip on loose (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Indicator switch faulty doesnt always work (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement dog log mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear cush drive worn free play

Rear tyre slighty fouls on swing arm but can still be turn freely (possible wrong size tyre)

Pass 2 Aug 2023 33,971 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2022 24,097 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2022 24,097 miles

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 15,642 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 11,520 miles

Clutch lever slightly damaged

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 11,311 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2018 11,311 miles

Shock absorber has negligible damping effect front forks (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2017 7,680 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 3,864 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2016 3,864 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf?

Based on 78,811 MOT tests across 11,091 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
1,457
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
11,091
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,185
reflector on motorcycle missing 978
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 951
Drive chain excessively loose 768
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RV13 YXL is a 2013 Yamaha Yzf in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 Yamaha Yzf models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 14,115 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 Yzf fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 1,185 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RV13 YXL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 13 years old, this Yamaha Yzf is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was RV13 YXL registered?

RV13 YXL is a 2013 Yamaha Yzf, first registered on 9 April 2013.

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