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R918 URK

1997 Yamaha XV125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21,774 mi
Last recorded21,774 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV12515,615 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR918 URK
MakeYamaha
ModelXV125
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2020 21,774 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2016 21,717 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 17 Jul 2015 21,229 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 21,229 miles

Drive belt slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 20,809 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2014 20,809 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 20,013 miles

Rear Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 19,793 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 18,493 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV125?

Based on 8,004 MOT tests across 923 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
608
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
923
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 188
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 187
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 157
Drive chain excessively loose 147
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 110
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R918 URK is a 1997 Yamaha XV125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XV125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 15,615 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 XV125 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 188 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R918 URK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV125 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XV125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R918 URK registered?

R918 URK is a 1997 Yamaha XV125, first registered on 1 November 1997.

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