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E969 FNV

1987 Yamaha Rd

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,178 mi
Last recorded24,178 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 1987 Yamaha Rd23,977 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE969 FNV
MakeYamaha
ModelRd
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 24,178 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush play in bottom shock bush? (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 13 Mar 2026 24,178 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush play in bottom shock bush? (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 24,104 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 23,850 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 23,594 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 23,155 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 23,088 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 22,732 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2014 22,730 miles

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

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 22,607 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 22,460 miles

Front Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

headlight cracked

headlight pattern weak

Fail 21 Jul 2008 22,454 miles

Front Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint excessively worn (3.2.A1d)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd?

Based on 2,514 MOT tests across 385 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
199
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
385
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Horn not working 12
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E969 FNV is a 1987 Yamaha Rd in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha Rd models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 23,977 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 Rd fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E969 FNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 39 years old, this Yamaha Rd is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was E969 FNV registered?

E969 FNV is a 1987 Yamaha Rd, first registered on 4 August 1987.

Is E969 FNV safe to buy?

The MOT history for E969 FNV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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