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D152 SBW

1987 Yamaha RD125

White Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

30,170 mi
Last recorded30,170 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1987 Yamaha RD12524,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD152 SBW
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 30,170 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 29,595 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 29,527 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside FOOT REST DROOPING

Offside FOOT REST DROOPING

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 29,417 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 29,411 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 29,401 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2021 29,309 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2018 29,195 miles

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

no provision for split pin front wheel spindle

Pass 4 Nov 2017 28,696 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Fail 4 Nov 2017 28,696 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 27,268 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Fail 23 Feb 2011 27,246 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 24,521 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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D152 SBW is a 1987 Yamaha RD125 in White with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha RD125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 24,294 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 D152 SBW, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha RD125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D152 SBW registered?

D152 SBW is a 1987 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 27 May 1987.

Is D152 SBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D152 SBW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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