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D188 GAV

1987 Yamaha Radian

Black Petrol 600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

29,006 mi
Last recorded29,006 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 1987 Yamaha Radian22,967 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD188 GAV
MakeYamaha
ModelRadian
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine600cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 29,006 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 10 May 2017 29,004 miles

Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 6 May 2016 27,615 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 27,611 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 Apr 2013 26,047 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 9 Apr 2013 26,042 miles

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 21,846 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 21,761 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 16,699 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 16,699 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 16,699 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Radian?

Based on 958 MOT tests across 114 vehicles.

81.3%
Pass Rate
337
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
114
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Direction indicator not working 6
reflector on motorcycle missing 6
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 5
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D188 GAV is a 1987 Yamaha Radian in Black with a 600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha Radian models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 22,967 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 Radian fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D188 GAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Radian typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 39 years old, this Yamaha Radian is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D188 GAV registered?

D188 GAV is a 1987 Yamaha Radian, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D188 GAV safe to buy?

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