CarVerify

Free Car Check

V284 DBL

1999 Yamaha XV125

Blue Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

39,438 mi
Last recorded39,438 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2017
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

RegistrationV284 DBL
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1999
ColourBlue
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

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2017 39,438 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 39,438 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2016 37,401 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 35,651 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 35,259 miles

tyre pressures seem low.

Fail 16 Mar 2013 35,259 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

tyre pressures seem low.

Pass 20 Aug 2011 34,409 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 21 Aug 2010 33,286 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 33,286 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 31,225 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 28,414 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2007 24,958 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 22,746 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

V284 DBL is a 1999 Yamaha XV125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 V284 DBL, 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 V284 DBL?

You can check the full history of V284 DBL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V284 DBL registered?

V284 DBL is a 1999 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 17 September 1999.

Is V284 DBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for V284 DBL shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V284 DBL 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 V284 DBL. 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.