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W122 XAE

2001 Yamaha XVS125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

22,771 mi
Last recorded22,771 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XVS12512,714 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW122 XAE
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS125
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2025 22,771 miles

exhaust noisey

Pass 30 Apr 2024 20,789 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2024 20,789 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements number plate too small (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 19,475 miles

exhaust noisey

Fail 27 Apr 2023 19,475 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements numberplate too small (0.1 (d))

exhaust noisey

Pass 28 Apr 2022 13,880 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 13,824 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 12,448 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 12,448 miles

Brake component defective due to a deliberate modification which significantly reduces the original strength (3.1.5)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 11,299 miles

front and rear tyres cracked slightly

Fail 18 Jul 2011 11,299 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

front and rear tyres cracked slightly

Pass 21 Apr 2010 11,268 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 11,211 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 9 Feb 2009 11,211 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 11 Jul 2007 10,930 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 10,930 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2006 10,344 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS125?

Based on 13,604 MOT tests across 1,325 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
793
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,325
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 344
Drive chain excessively loose 205
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 188
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 183
Drive chain worn to excess 153
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W122 XAE is a 2001 Yamaha XVS125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XVS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 12,714 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 XVS125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 344 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W122 XAE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVS125 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha XVS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W122 XAE registered?

W122 XAE is a 2001 Yamaha XVS125, first registered on 19 January 2001.

Is W122 XAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for W122 XAE shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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