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W159 URF

2000 Yamaha TW125

Maroon Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

2,623 mi
Last recorded2,623 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Yamaha TW12512,793 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW159 URF
MakeYamaha
ModelTW125
Year2000
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 2,623 miles

LED Headlamp fitted

Fail 17 Jul 2025 2,614 miles

Position lamp showing red light to the front (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

LED Headlamp fitted

Pass 2 Aug 2024 1,824 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 1,769 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2022 1,769 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2021 1,437 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 1,410 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 1,376 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 1,338 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 1,304 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 1,283 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 1,196 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 1,057 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 937 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 937 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 439 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 25,022 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 25,022 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha TW125?

Based on 13,518 MOT tests across 1,520 vehicles.

78.8%
Pass Rate
725
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
1,520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Drive chain excessively loose 240
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 175
reflector on motorcycle missing 174
Drive chain worn to excess 170
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 151
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W159 URF is a 2000 Yamaha TW125 in Maroon with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha TW125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.0% with a typical mileage of 12,793 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha TW125 fails its MOT is drive chain excessively loose, accounting for 240 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W159 URF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha TW125 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha TW125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W159 URF registered?

W159 URF is a 2000 Yamaha TW125, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W159 URF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W159 URF shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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