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C779 CPR

1986 Yamaha Radian

Red Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

17,122 mi
Last recorded17,122 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Yamaha Radian23,780 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC779 CPR
MakeYamaha
ModelRadian
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 17,122 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2023 17,804 miles

Fork tubes are pitted seals may have a short service life,

Fail 15 Jun 2023 14,798 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Fork tubes are pitted seals may have a short service life,

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Slight perishing between treads. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 13,724 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2021 13,724 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 13,396 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 12,642 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 12,201 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 26 Jul 2018 12,185 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 11,184 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2016 7,930 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 18 Jun 2016 7,930 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2015 6,958 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 5,586 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 5,373 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2012 5,191 miles

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

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

Pass 13 May 2011 4,590 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 4,533 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Radian?

Based on 958 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
337
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Direction indicator not working 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 5
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C779 CPR is a 1986 Yamaha Radian in Red with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha Radian models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.6% with a typical mileage of 23,780 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 Radian fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C779 CPR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Radian typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 40 years old, this Yamaha Radian is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C779 CPR registered?

C779 CPR is a 1986 Yamaha Radian, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C779 CPR safe to buy?

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