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Y197 LWL

2001 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

21,703 mi
Last recorded21,703 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2015
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XV12517,424 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY197 LWL
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2015 21,703 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 3 Mar 2015 21,703 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2013 19,086 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 26 Nov 2012 17,424 miles

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

SERVICE CLEAN FRONT CALIPER

Pass 26 Nov 2012 17,424 miles

SERVICE CLEAN FRONT CALIPER

Pass 29 Nov 2011 15,399 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 15,388 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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Y197 LWL is a 2001 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 Y197 LWL, 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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What year was Y197 LWL registered?

Y197 LWL is a 2001 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 16 March 2001.

Is Y197 LWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y197 LWL shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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