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C831 NRA

1985 Yamaha RD125

White Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

23,703 mi
Last recorded23,703 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD12522,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC831 NRA
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 23,703 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 23,542 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2022 23,542 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2021 22,658 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2020 21,733 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 21,704 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 21,631 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 21,254 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2016 21,254 miles

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 21,250 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 21,250 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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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C831 NRA is a 1985 Yamaha RD125 in White with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 C831 NRA, 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 C831 NRA registered?

C831 NRA is a 1985 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 13 November 1985.

Is C831 NRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for C831 NRA shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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