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A423 HRU

1983 Yamaha RD250

Yellow Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,661 mi
Last recorded21,661 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 1983 Yamaha RD25022,106 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA423 HRU
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1983
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2014 21,661 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 21,619 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 21,080 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 21,080 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 20,737 miles

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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A423 HRU is a 1983 Yamaha RD250 in Yellow with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 22,106 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 A423 HRU, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A423 HRU registered?

A423 HRU is a 1983 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 8 November 1983.

Is A423 HRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A423 HRU shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A423 HRU have outstanding finance?

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