CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y87 BAR

2001 Yamaha XVS125

Black Petrol 124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,686 mi
Last recorded32,686 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XVS12512,714 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY87 BAR
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS125
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 32,686 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 1 Nov 2021 32,259 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 25,935 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around rear unit mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced swinging arm (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Lower Exhaust slightly loose cover braket broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2018 23,769 miles

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 21,792 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 19,474 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Swinging arm has play

Fail 8 Apr 2016 19,455 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Swinging arm has play

Pass 25 Apr 2015 15,632 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2015 15,632 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2014 12,013 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2014 12,011 miles

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

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2013 8,355 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 8,353 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 4,200 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 669 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 664 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
Full Yamaha XVS125 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y87 BAR 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 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y87 BAR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of Y87 BAR?

You can check the full history of Y87 BAR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y87 BAR registered?

Y87 BAR is a 2001 Yamaha XVS125, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is Y87 BAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y87 BAR shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y87 BAR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y87 BAR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.