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P123 ODT

1996 Yamaha XT225

White Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,711 mi
Last recorded13,711 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XT22518,453 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP123 ODT
MakeYamaha
ModelXT225
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 13,711 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 27 Jan 2026 13,700 miles

Front Fork yoke insecure (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 12,843 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 12,149 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 11,439 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 11,398 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT225?

Based on 2,545 MOT tests across 247 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
437
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
247
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
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P123 ODT is a 1996 Yamaha XT225 in White with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XT225 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 18,453 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 XT225 fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P123 ODT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT225 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha XT225 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P123 ODT registered?

P123 ODT is a 1996 Yamaha XT225, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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