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SM17 YVP

2017 Generic Code

White Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

8,619 mi
Last recorded8,619 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 2017 Generic Code8,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM17 YVP
MakeGeneric
ModelCode
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 8,619 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 5,987 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 5,009 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2023 5,009 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive chain excessively tight, so that it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (k) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Jul 2022 4,378 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 3,774 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2021 3,774 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 3,370 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2020

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How Reliable is the Generic Code?

Based on 1,889 MOT tests across 411 vehicles.

72.4%
Pass Rate
1,335
Miles/Year
12
Year Lifespan
411
On UK Roads
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SM17 YVP is a 2017 Generic Code in White with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Generic Code models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 8,224 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The Generic Code typically stays on UK roads for around 12 years. At 9 years old, this Generic Code is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SM17 YVP?

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What year was SM17 YVP registered?

SM17 YVP is a 2017 Generic Code, first registered on 4 July 2017.

Is SM17 YVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM17 YVP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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