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W742 VHR

2000 Yamaha YP125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

25,802 mi
Last recorded25,802 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2018
Typical for 2000 Yamaha YP12513,868 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW742 VHR
MakeYamaha
ModelYP125
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2018 25,802 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 24,796 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 16,973 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 16,952 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

rear brake lever touches handle bar and rear wheel not locking

Pass 6 Jul 2015 115,319 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 11,182 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 11,182 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 10,410 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 10,083 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 9,810 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 9,810 miles

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

Fail 31 Mar 2010 8,005 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 8,005 miles

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

Pass 9 Mar 2009 5,456 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 9 Mar 2009 5,456 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 4,163 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 4,163 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 2,230 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2006 1,767 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha YP125?

Based on 11,716 MOT tests across 1,516 vehicles.

76.0%
Pass Rate
1,144
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,516
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 562
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 506
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 506
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 401
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 153
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W742 VHR is a 2000 Yamaha YP125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha YP125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 13,868 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 YP125 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 562 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W742 VHR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha YP125 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha YP125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W742 VHR registered?

W742 VHR is a 2000 Yamaha YP125, first registered on 7 August 2000.

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