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V516 JCA

1999 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,706 mi
Last recorded13,706 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Yamaha XV12513,659 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV516 JCA
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2026 13,706 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 13,628 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

nail in rear tyre.

throne in front tyre.

Pass 19 Jul 2011 12,591 miles

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

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

little reserve travel in foot brake, recommend brake ajusted.

Pass 20 Jul 2010 10,912 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 10,255 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 9,435 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 9,526 miles

exhaust clamp corroded and broken under bike.

front tyre wearing close to limit on o/s of tyre.

Pass 4 Feb 2006 8,499 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
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V516 JCA is a 1999 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 V516 JCA, 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

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What year was V516 JCA registered?

V516 JCA is a 1999 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 1 October 1999.

Is V516 JCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V516 JCA shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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