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Y254 DTV

2001 Yamaha XVS125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

30,627 mi
Last recorded30,627 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2024
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XVS12512,714 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY254 DTV
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS125
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2024 30,627 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 29,883 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 7 Nov 2023 29,883 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 25,875 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2022 25,875 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 25,522 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2018 24,431 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 23,230 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 22,427 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 21,586 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 21,390 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 20,646 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 20,589 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Feb 2008 19,804 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 18,329 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2006 16,827 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS125?

Based on 13,604 MOT tests across 1,325 vehicles.

79.2%
Pass Rate
793
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
1,325
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 344
Drive chain excessively loose 205
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 188
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 183
Drive chain worn to excess 153
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Y254 DTV is a 2001 Yamaha XVS125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XVS125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 12,714 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XVS125 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 344 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y254 DTV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVS125 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Yamaha XVS125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y254 DTV registered?

Y254 DTV is a 2001 Yamaha XVS125, first registered on 16 March 2001.

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The MOT history for Y254 DTV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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