CarVerify

Free Car Check

T652 JHB

1999 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

26,524 mi
Last recorded26,524 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XV12513,659 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationT652 JHB
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 26,524 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

main beam telltale not working

Pass 14 Oct 2024 26,339 miles

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

exhaust noisey

headsock bearings have slight play

Fail 22 Apr 2023 26,299 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Mar 2022 25,155 miles

Front Advise slight cracking on sidewall

Fail 8 Mar 2022 25,155 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Advise slight cracking on sidewall

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 24,657 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2021 24,657 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Front Brake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

engine idle too high

Pass 7 Mar 2020 23,466 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 23,456 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 23,436 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 23,415 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 10 Jun 2010 23,404 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 May 2009 23,352 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

slight bind on front break

Pass 22 May 2009 23,352 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

slight bind on front break

Pass 17 May 2008 22,745 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 22,679 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
Full Yamaha XV125 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

T652 JHB is a 1999 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha XV125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 13,659 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 T652 JHB, 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 27 years old, this Yamaha XV125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of T652 JHB?

You can check the full history of T652 JHB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was T652 JHB registered?

T652 JHB is a 1999 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 15 March 1999.

Is T652 JHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T652 JHB shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does T652 JHB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on T652 JHB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.