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V196 EVO

1999 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,624 mi
Last recorded28,624 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2013
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XV12513,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV196 EVO
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2013 28,624 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

rear mudguard loose but not dangerous

Pass 14 Nov 2012 21,782 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 29,469 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 27,192 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 11 May 2006 26,716 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 26,711 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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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V196 EVO is a 1999 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 V196 EVO, 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.

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What year was V196 EVO registered?

V196 EVO is a 1999 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 10 September 1999.

Is V196 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for V196 EVO shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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