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YP08 XVC

2008 Yamaha Yzf R125

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

34,419 mi
Last recorded34,419 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha Yzf R12513,350 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP08 XVC
MakeYamaha
ModelYzf R125
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 34,419 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2026 34,400 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.1.7 (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both front (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 31,078 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 30,997 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2019 27,454 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2018 17,814 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 16,747 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2017 16,743 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no visable pattern, extremely poor light output (1.6.B.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2016 14,436 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2016 14,432 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2015 12,211 miles

slight fluctuation from front brake

Fail 12 Sep 2015 12,092 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 10,738 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 7,471 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2013 7,471 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 6,658 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Yzf R125?

Based on 19,569 MOT tests across 3,376 vehicles.

74.4%
Pass Rate
1,821
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
3,376
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 437
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 370
reflector on motorcycle missing 282
Drive chain excessively loose 263
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 230
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YP08 XVC is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 13,350 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 Yzf R125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 437 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YP08 XVC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Yzf R125 typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha Yzf R125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YP08 XVC registered?

YP08 XVC is a 2008 Yamaha Yzf R125, first registered on 16 May 2008.

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