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W284 GBW

2000 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

18,535 mi
Last recorded18,535 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XV12512,930 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW284 GBW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 18,535 miles

Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Apr 2025 18,524 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 18,515 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 18,364 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 18,345 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 18,307 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 17,764 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2018 17,762 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Dec 2017 17,425 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 17,419 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 17,371 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 17,246 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 17,092 miles

chain over tightened

clutch lever slack

headlight switch faulty sometimes

o/s fork seal slight weep

Pass 9 Aug 2013 17,045 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 15 Aug 2012 16,951 miles

Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

slight play in clutch lever pivot

Pass 31 Aug 2011 16,486 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2011 16,486 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Fail 9 Jul 2011 16,430 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 1 May 2010 13,128 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 12,951 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 12,424 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 8,546 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2006 8,045 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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W284 GBW is a 2000 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 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 W284 GBW, 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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W284 GBW is a 2000 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 29 June 2000.

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