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VK55 LWU

2005 Yamaha XT125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2016
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

20,788 mi
Last recorded20,788 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Yamaha XT1254,782 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK55 LWU
MakeYamaha
ModelXT125
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2015 20,788 miles

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

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 28 Sep 2015 20,771 miles

Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Sep 2014 18,744 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 1 Oct 2013 17,363 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2013 3,627 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 16,808 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2012

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Plate brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.B2b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 16,238 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 16,238 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 27 Jul 2010 15,593 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 15,593 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 15,247 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 15,247 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2008 3,726 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT125?

Based on 8,623 MOT tests across 1,209 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
1,266
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
1,209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 336
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 312
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 279
Direction indicator incorrect colour 234
reflector on motorcycle missing 231
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VK55 LWU is a 2005 Yamaha XT125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2005 Yamaha XT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 4,782 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 XT125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 336 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VK55 LWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT125 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Yamaha XT125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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VK55 LWU is a 2005 Yamaha XT125, first registered on 19 September 2005.

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