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B408 ATA

1985 Yamaha RD125

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

36,606 mi
Last recorded36,606 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2019
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD12522,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB408 ATA
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2019 36,606 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 36,607 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 36,606 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 31,188 miles

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

front tyre perished

rear tyre perished

Pass 25 Jun 2014 31,188 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 30,518 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

offside front footrest rubber split

Fail 17 Apr 2013 30,518 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

offside front footrest rubber split

Pass 25 Jul 2011 30,518 miles

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

Fail 23 Jul 2011 30,518 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of the horn (1.1.3b)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Fuel cap sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 25,807 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD125?

Based on 4,025 MOT tests across 993 vehicles.

79.8%
Pass Rate
166
Miles/Year
47
Year Lifespan
993
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 63
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 50
Headlamp aim too high 46
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 43
wheel bearings have excessive free play 43
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B408 ATA is a 1985 Yamaha RD125 in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha RD125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 22,032 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha RD125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B408 ATA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD125 typically stays on UK roads for around 47 years. At 41 years old, this Yamaha RD125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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B408 ATA is a 1985 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 8 July 1985.

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