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VX08 HCP

2008 Yamaha XT 125 R

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

12,544 mi
Last recorded12,544 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT 125 R6,024 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 HCP
MakeYamaha
ModelXT 125 R
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 12,544 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 9 Aug 2016 12,544 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Jun 2013
Pass 1 Mar 2013

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Chain guide loose

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Fail 22 Feb 2013

Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Chain guide loose

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 22,596 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2011 13,818 miles

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 19 Feb 2011 13,818 miles

Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT 125 R?

Based on 4,195 MOT tests across 557 vehicles.

71.1%
Pass Rate
1,419
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
557
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 165
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 143
reflector on motorcycle missing 121
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 116
Direction indicator incorrect colour 106
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VX08 HCP is a 2008 Yamaha XT 125 R in Blue 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 XT 125 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 6,024 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 XT 125 R fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 165 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VX08 HCP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT 125 R typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha XT 125 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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VX08 HCP is a 2008 Yamaha XT 125 R, first registered on 10 March 2008.

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