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TDT 871Y

1983 Yamaha RD125

White Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

48,164 mi
Last recorded48,164 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2025
Typical for 1983 Yamaha RD12521,489 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDT 871Y
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2025 48,164 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 7 Jan 2025 48,164 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2014 45,175 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 41,932 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 41,841 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 22 Jul 2011 38,488 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 38,441 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

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

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

gear change lever lose

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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TDT 871Y is a 1983 Yamaha RD125 in White with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 TDT 871Y, 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 TDT 871Y registered?

TDT 871Y is a 1983 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 18 April 1983.

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