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C779 GVU

1985 Yamaha RD125

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2010
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,842 mi
Last recorded19,842 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2011
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD12522,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC779 GVU
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Feb 2011 19,842 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2009 19,842 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Dec 2009 19,842 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Upper Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2008 14,187 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2006 13,005 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 13,005 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

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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C779 GVU is a 1985 Yamaha RD125 in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 C779 GVU, 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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C779 GVU is a 1985 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 30 October 1985.

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