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W173 ALA

2000 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

11,149 mi
Last recorded11,149 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XV12512,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW173 ALA
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 11,149 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Feb 2026 11,149 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Jun 2025 11,143 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 May 2024 11,138 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 11,138 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 11,138 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 11,138 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Jul 2015 10,511 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 7,422 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 7,407 miles

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

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 7,185 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 6,513 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 21,760 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 21,760 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 5 May 2008 19,124 miles
Fail 3 May 2008 19,124 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

slight travel in foot brake, efficient at test.

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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W173 ALA is a 2000 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha XV125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 12,930 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 XV125 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 188 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W173 ALA, 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 26 years old, this Yamaha XV125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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W173 ALA is a 2000 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 31 December 2000.

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