CarVerify

Free Car Check

TDV 97W

1981 Yamaha RD125

Black Petrol 123cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2023
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,400 mi
Last recorded13,400 miles
Recorded on6 May 2022
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD12519,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationTDV 97W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass
Pass 6 May 2022 13,400 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 13,093 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 12,497 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 12,380 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 11,971 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 10,801 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 10,419 miles

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
Full Yamaha RD125 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

TDV 97W is a 1981 Yamaha RD125 in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 19,432 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 TDV 97W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha RD125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TDV 97W?

You can check the full history of TDV 97W by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was TDV 97W registered?

TDV 97W is a 1981 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 5 June 1981.

Is TDV 97W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TDV 97W shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TDV 97W have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on TDV 97W. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.