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ODE 315Y

1983 Yamaha RD125

Red Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2024
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

22,166 mi
Last recorded22,166 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Yamaha RD12521,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationODE 315Y
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2023 22,166 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 21,340 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 18,891 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 27,758 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 50,331 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 8 Sep 2015 50,321 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Fail 6 Sep 2014 50,211 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 6 Sep 2014 50,211 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 21 Sep 2013 49,906 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2013 49,906 miles

Brake lever is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Horn insecure.

Pass 29 Sep 2012 49,836 miles

Front brake spongy

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2012 49,836 miles

Front brake spongy

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 49,329 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 48,562 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 48,558 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2007 43,913 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 9 Feb 2007 43,910 miles

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

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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ODE 315Y is a 1983 Yamaha RD125 in Red with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 ODE 315Y, 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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ODE 315Y is a 1983 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 27 April 1983.

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