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WX51 VLC

2001 Yamaha TW125

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

67,195 mi
Last recorded67,195 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Yamaha TW12512,489 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX51 VLC
MakeYamaha
ModelTW125
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 67,195 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Upper Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 66,767 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 66,409 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 66,301 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 66,200 miles

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2016 66,086 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 65,484 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 59,996 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2012 59,957 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2011 53,343 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 47,659 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 42,972 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 37,483 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 31,576 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 26,613 miles

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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WX51 VLC is a 2001 Yamaha TW125 in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha TW125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 12,489 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 WX51 VLC, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha TW125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WX51 VLC registered?

WX51 VLC is a 2001 Yamaha TW125, first registered on 1 December 2001.

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