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AB08 WCY

2008 Yamaha X-city 125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

24,812 mi
Last recorded24,812 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Yamaha X-city 12510,559 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 WCY
MakeYamaha
ModelX-city 125
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2016 24,812 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly scored rear disc is badly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion slight weep on r/h fork leg (2.3.3)

Mudguard insecure rear mudguard insecure ()

Fail 5 Jul 2016 24,812 miles

Registration plate deteriorated number plate is cracked and broken (6.3.1d)

Brake disc(s) slightly scored rear disc is badly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion slight weep on r/h fork leg (2.3.3)

Mudguard insecure rear mudguard insecure ()

Pass 3 Jun 2015 21,395 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Fail 3 Jun 2015 21,395 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2014 15,187 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 11,249 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2012 8,755 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 8,755 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha X-city 125?

Based on 1,248 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
1,610
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 17
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 14
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
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AB08 WCY is a 2008 Yamaha X-city 125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha X-city 125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 10,559 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 X-city 125 fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 46 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AB08 WCY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha X-city 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha X-city 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AB08 WCY registered?

AB08 WCY is a 2008 Yamaha X-city 125, first registered on 9 June 2008.

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