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Y697 FTW

2001 Yamaha YP125

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

20,358 mi
Last recorded20,358 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Yamaha YP12511,859 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY697 FTW
MakeYamaha
ModelYP125
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2018 20,358 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2016 20,033 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 19,052 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 17,933 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2013 17,549 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2013 17,549 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 16,740 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 16,179 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 15,630 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 15,626 miles

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

Number plate light not working

Pass 4 Aug 2009 15,064 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 15,064 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 9,202 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2008 9,202 miles

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

Number plates light doesn't illuminate

Pass 7 Jul 2007 4,427 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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Y697 FTW is a 2001 Yamaha YP125 in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha YP125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 11,859 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 Y697 FTW, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha YP125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y697 FTW registered?

Y697 FTW is a 2001 Yamaha YP125, first registered on 7 March 2001.

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