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V542 GCY

2000 Yamaha TW125

Grey Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2025
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,388 mi
Last recorded4,388 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 2000 Yamaha TW12512,793 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV542 GCY
MakeYamaha
ModelTW125
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 4,388 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swing arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 4,384 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2021 4,077 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 16 Oct 2021 4,077 miles

Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 4,041 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2019 3,635 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 3,363 miles

front and rear tyre perishing

front brake lever bent

Pass 12 Nov 2018 3,363 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2018 3,363 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 5,322 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2017 5,322 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2009 2,914 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Apr 2006 2,765 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 2,765 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha TW125?

Based on 13,518 MOT tests across 1,520 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
725
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 240
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 175
reflector on motorcycle missing 174
Drive chain worn to excess 170
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 151
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V542 GCY is a 2000 Yamaha TW125 in Grey with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha TW125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 12,793 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 TW125 fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 240 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V542 GCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TW125 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha TW125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V542 GCY registered?

V542 GCY is a 2000 Yamaha TW125, first registered on 26 January 2000.

Is V542 GCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V542 GCY shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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