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RAT 26M

1974 Yamaha 125

Red Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2010
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,639 mi
Last recorded12,639 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAT 26M
MakeYamaha
Model125
Year1974
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc
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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 18 Apr 2009 12,639 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 12,423 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 12,226 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 12,209 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 12,108 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha 125?

Based on 827 MOT tests across 113 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
1,081
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
113
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 18
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 11
reflector on motorcycle missing 10
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RAT 26M is a 1974 Yamaha 125 in Red with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Yamaha 125 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 18 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RAT 26M, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha 125 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 52 years old, this Yamaha 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RAT 26M registered?

RAT 26M is a 1974 Yamaha 125, first registered on 1 June 1974.

Is RAT 26M safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAT 26M shows 5 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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