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E385 GBC

1987 Yamaha 125

Blue Petrol 123cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

10,629 mi
Last recorded10,629 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2014
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE385 GBC
MakeYamaha
Model125
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine123cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2014 10,629 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 23 Aug 2013 8,446 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

Fail 13 Aug 2013 8,442 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2005 8,355 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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E385 GBC is a 1987 Yamaha 125 in Blue with a 123cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E385 GBC, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha 125 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E385 GBC registered?

E385 GBC is a 1987 Yamaha 125, first registered on 30 October 1987.

Is E385 GBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E385 GBC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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