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B83 YWS

1985 Yamaha RD125

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,588 mi
Last recorded20,588 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2017
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD12522,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB83 YWS
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2017 20,588 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2017 20,588 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2016 20,586 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 20,586 miles

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 26 Jun 2015 20,261 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 20,261 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 19,854 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 19,476 miles

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 1 Jun 2010 15,771 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 15,109 miles

Front Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2008 13,959 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 37,595 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 37,584 miles

Rear Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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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B83 YWS is a 1985 Yamaha RD125 in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 B83 YWS, 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 B83 YWS registered?

B83 YWS is a 1985 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is B83 YWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B83 YWS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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