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B408 GTV

1984 Yamaha RD125

Blue Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,909 mi
Last recorded29,909 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2024
Typical for 1984 Yamaha RD12521,700 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB408 GTV
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1984
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc
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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2024 29,909 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 29,645 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2023 29,645 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 28,948 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 28,486 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 27,823 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 27,383 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 26,238 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 27 Apr 2017 26,223 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 May 2016 23,561 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 23,561 miles

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 19,777 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 16,696 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 12,209 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2012 831 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 831 miles

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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 GTV is a 1984 Yamaha RD125 in Blue with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha RD125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 21,700 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 RD125 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 63 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B408 GTV, 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 42 years old, this Yamaha RD125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B408 GTV registered?

B408 GTV is a 1984 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 23 August 1984.

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