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D38 VAU

1987 Yamaha RD125

White Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,156 mi
Last recorded63,156 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 1987 Yamaha RD12524,294 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD38 VAU
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 63,156 miles

fuel tank has temporary repair on lower seams

Pass 28 Sep 2016 62,379 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 59,218 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 55,606 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

nearside footrest anti slip rubber worn and damaged

Pass 5 Aug 2013 51,867 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside footrest anti slip rubber worn and damaged

Nearside footrest pivot/mount worn and footrest facing slightly downwards.

Fail 31 Jul 2013 51,818 miles

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

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside footrest pivot/mount worn and footrest facing slightly downwards.

Pass 27 Jul 2012 49,510 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2012 49,509 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 45,961 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2010 42,614 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 38,884 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

fuel tank slightly corroded o n bottom seam

Pass 12 Jul 2008 35,396 miles

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

centre stand not fully secure

front forks damping effect poor

Pass 20 Jul 2007 31,829 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 31,820 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 28,312 miles

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

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

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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D38 VAU is a 1987 Yamaha RD125 in White with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 D38 VAU, 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.

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D38 VAU is a 1987 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 5 June 1987.

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