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C971 GSJ

1985 Yamaha RD125

Blue Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2017
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

12,411 mi
Last recorded12,411 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2016
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD12522,032 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC971 GSJ
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2016 12,411 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2016 12,411 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2013 12,361 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Fail 13 Jul 2013 12,361 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 71,881 miles

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

Fail 11 Jul 2012 11,871 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 11,487 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 26,267 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 26,212 miles

Front Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Fail 10 Mar 2007 26,195 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Front Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 23,939 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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C971 GSJ is a 1985 Yamaha RD125 in Blue with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 C971 GSJ, 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 C971 GSJ registered?

C971 GSJ is a 1985 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 7 November 1985.

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