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EKK 898Y

1983 Yamaha RD125

White Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2015
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

33,632 mi
Last recorded33,632 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2014
Typical for 1983 Yamaha RD12521,489 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKK 898Y
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2014 33,632 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 33,632 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2010 5,753 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 26 Aug 2010 5,753 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 22,985 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 22,959 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2006 22,937 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 22,937 miles

Centre Front Upper Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Centre Rear Lower Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Lower Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Rear Lower Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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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EKK 898Y is a 1983 Yamaha RD125 in White with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha RD125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 21,489 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 EKK 898Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha RD125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EKK 898Y registered?

EKK 898Y is a 1983 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 1 May 1983.

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