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A779 MWD

1983 Yamaha Rd 250

Black Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2024
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

20,513 mi
Last recorded20,513 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA779 MWD
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 250
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2023 20,513 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 20,314 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 20,043 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 19,448 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 19,444 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2016 19,444 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Aug 2012 18,507 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2010 29,055 miles

Number plate not fitted at time of test.

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd 250?

Based on 757 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
127
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease 5
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 4
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A779 MWD is a 1983 Yamaha Rd 250 in Black with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Yamaha Rd 250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A779 MWD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 43 years old, this Yamaha Rd 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A779 MWD registered?

A779 MWD is a 1983 Yamaha Rd 250, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is A779 MWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A779 MWD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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