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B595 FFW

1985 Yamaha RD125

Red Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

20,325 mi
Last recorded20,325 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD12522,032 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB595 FFW
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 20,325 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2024 19,306 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 19,224 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 18,943 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 18,400 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Nov 2019 18,400 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2015 18,393 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 18,380 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2013 18,350 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 18,280 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear sprocket slightly loose on mounting bolts.

Fail 25 Aug 2012 18,277 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear sprocket slightly loose on mounting bolts.

Fail 27 Aug 2011 18,240 miles

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 18,240 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 18,122 miles

swing arm corroded thru in places but not seriously weakened at time of test

Pass 10 Jul 2009 17,843 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 17,756 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 16,809 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 May 2007 16,809 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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B595 FFW is a 1985 Yamaha RD125 in Red with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 B595 FFW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B595 FFW registered?

B595 FFW is a 1985 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 10 May 1985.

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