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JMV 55V

1980 Yamaha RD200

Blue Petrol 195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,751 mi
Last recorded14,751 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD20019,278 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJMV 55V
MakeYamaha
ModelRD200
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine195cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 14,751 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 14,751 miles

Fuel cap mounting flange/sealing method defective paint not removed from seal flange on tank stoping it sealing effectivly (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride rear sprocket locking flanges not used (6.2.1h)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride swing arm spindle nut incorrectly fitted so locking tabs cant engage (6.2.1h)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake locks up when steering turned whilst pushing (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake back plate(s) insecure incorretly fitted ,no split pin fitted and nut loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

engine mounting bolts loose

Pass 24 Nov 2015 14,726 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 14,602 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

slight pitting on front forks

Pass 1 Jun 2012 14,559 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Fail 28 May 2012 14,556 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Decelerometer brake test the less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.E1b)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.4.A.2b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2011 14,330 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front forks slightly pitted

rear swing arm has slight corrosion

Pass 22 Feb 2010 13,588 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD200?

Based on 1,240 MOT tests across 305 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
139
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
305
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 6
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
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JMV 55V is a 1980 Yamaha RD200 in Blue with a 195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha RD200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 19,278 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 RD200 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JMV 55V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD200 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 46 years old, this Yamaha RD200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was JMV 55V registered?

JMV 55V is a 1980 Yamaha RD200, first registered on 20 May 1980.

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