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B689 YKN

1985 Yamaha RD125

Yellow Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,704 mi
Last recorded42,704 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD12522,032 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB689 YKN
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1985
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 42,704 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2026 42,701 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

HEADLIGHT DIP AND HIGH WRONG WAY ROUND

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement SWING ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 42,205 miles

Upper Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2020 42,205 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Upper Suspension ball joint worn, but not excessively (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 42,093 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 41,778 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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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B689 YKN is a 1985 Yamaha RD125 in Yellow with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 B689 YKN, 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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What year was B689 YKN registered?

B689 YKN is a 1985 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 26 June 1985.

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The MOT history for B689 YKN shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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