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A101 EDA

1984 Yamaha RD250

Grey Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,415 mi
Last recorded34,415 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 1984 Yamaha RD25023,215 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA101 EDA
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1984
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 34,415 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 33,816 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 32,934 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 16 Jun 2017 32,934 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 32,299 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 32,298 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 20 Jun 2014 32,298 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD250?

Based on 7,788 MOT tests across 1,776 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
160
Miles/Year
52
Year Lifespan
1,776
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 39
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 34
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 25
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 23
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 22
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A101 EDA is a 1984 Yamaha RD250 in Grey with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1984 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 23,215 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 RD250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A101 EDA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD250 typically stays on UK roads for around 52 years. At 42 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A101 EDA registered?

A101 EDA is a 1984 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is A101 EDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A101 EDA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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