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C894 DYC

1985 Yamaha RD125

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

17,003 mi
Last recorded17,003 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD12522,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC894 DYC
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 17,003 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 17,007 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 17,007 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2014 36,986 miles

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

No lights fitted at time of test

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

Fail 2 Aug 2011 36,937 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2011 36,937 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 36,098 miles

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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C894 DYC is a 1985 Yamaha RD125 in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 C894 DYC, 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 C894 DYC registered?

C894 DYC is a 1985 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 1 August 1985.

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