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E243 MUE

1987 Yamaha RD125

Black Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,350 mi
Last recorded28,350 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2008
Typical for 1987 Yamaha RD12524,294 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE243 MUE
MakeYamaha
ModelRD125
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2008 28,350 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 28,347 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2006 28,108 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

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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E243 MUE is a 1987 Yamaha RD125 in Black with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Yamaha RD125 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 24,294 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 E243 MUE, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha RD125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E243 MUE registered?

E243 MUE is a 1987 Yamaha RD125, first registered on 14 September 1987.

Is E243 MUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for E243 MUE shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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