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D701 NCY

1987 Yamaha RD125

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,808 mi
Last recorded1,808 miles
Recorded on3 May 2025
Typical for 1987 Yamaha RD12524,294 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD701 NCY
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2025 1,808 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2021 1,575 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 1,031 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2019 1,031 miles

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2018 777 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 541 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 13 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 1 miles

Front Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Front suspension assembly component loose Lower yoke pinch bolts. (2.3.1) DANGEROUS

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose Both sides. (2.1.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Not missing from clutch lever pivot bolt.

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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D701 NCY is a 1987 Yamaha RD125 in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D701 NCY, 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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What year was D701 NCY registered?

D701 NCY is a 1987 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 20 January 1987.

Is D701 NCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for D701 NCY shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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