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WU08 RUO

2008 Yamaha XT125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2021
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

12,240 mi
Last recorded12,240 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT1255,064 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 RUO
MakeYamaha
ModelXT125
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2020 12,240 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 5 Aug 2020 12,238 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 6 Jul 2020 240 miles

All direction indicators light intensity significantly reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen Bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Clutch Lever Broken

Play in rear swing arm bearing

Pass 6 Mar 2013
Fail 21 Feb 2013

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2011 3,687 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2011 3,676 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Centre Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Nearside Front Clutch lever shortened so it cannot be readily operated. (6.2.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Outer Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

no rh mirror

tick over too high

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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WU08 RUO is a 2008 Yamaha XT125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XT125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 5,064 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 WU08 RUO, 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 18 years old, this Yamaha XT125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WU08 RUO registered?

WU08 RUO is a 2008 Yamaha XT125, first registered on 3 March 2008.

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