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X853 OFC

2001 Yamaha XV125

Blue Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2022
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

35,410 mi
Last recorded35,410 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XV12517,424 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX853 OFC
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Fail 23 May 2024 35,410 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Riders seat slightly loose (6.2.5 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2021 35,377 miles

Offside Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

gear lever bent

Pass 29 Aug 2020 35,279 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2020 35,273 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2019 34,766 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low to 1.6mm l/l is 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust starting to deteriorate

no. plate deteriorated

Pass 16 Apr 2019 34,766 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing low to 1.6mm l/l is 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust starting to deteriorate

no. plate starting to deteriorate

Pass 15 Mar 2018 29,420 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 29,420 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 27,467 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 27,467 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2016 20,881 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 20,726 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 20,726 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 18,097 miles

rubber inlet manifold is perishing

under side of frame has light corrosion

Fail 9 Jul 2014 18,097 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

rubber inlet manifold is perishing

under side of frame has light corrosion

Pass 12 Aug 2013 17,277 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 16,742 miles

Rear Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2011 15,480 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 14,604 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 12,581 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 12,581 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 11,559 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 11,559 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Aug 2006 10,488 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 10,487 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

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

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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X853 OFC is a 2001 Yamaha XV125 in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XV125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 17,424 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 X853 OFC, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XV125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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X853 OFC is a 2001 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 9 February 2001.

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