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Q421YAW

1988 Yamaha RD125

Red Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,615 mi
Last recorded19,615 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Yamaha RD12522,140 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ421YAW
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 6 May 2025 19,615 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 19,615 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 19,615 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 19,615 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 19,588 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2013 19,490 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 19,116 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

rear brake noisey in operation

Pass 21 May 2011 18,418 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 17,402 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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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Q421YAW is a 1988 Yamaha RD125 in Red with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Yamaha RD125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 22,140 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 Q421YAW, 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 38 years old, this Yamaha RD125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Q421YAW registered?

Q421YAW is a 1988 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 18 August 1988.

Is Q421YAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for Q421YAW shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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