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ANC 448T

1979 Yamaha Rd 250

Yellow Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,456 mi
Last recorded37,456 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 1979 Yamaha Rd 25023,315 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationANC 448T
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 250
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc
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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 37,456 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Fail 17 Aug 2016 37,456 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 37,450 miles

Fromt light does not have a position lamp

Fail 2 Apr 2014 37,450 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Fromt light does not have a position lamp

Pass 4 Jun 2011 37,402 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 37,128 miles

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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ANC 448T is a 1979 Yamaha Rd 250 in Yellow with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha Rd 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 23,315 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 Rd 250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ANC 448T, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha Rd 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of ANC 448T?

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What year was ANC 448T registered?

ANC 448T is a 1979 Yamaha Rd 250, first registered on 22 January 1979.

Is ANC 448T safe to buy?

The MOT history for ANC 448T shows 6 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.

Does ANC 448T have outstanding finance?

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