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B138 XST

1985 Yamaha RD250

Black Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,277 mi
Last recorded17,277 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2025
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD25021,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB138 XST
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 17 Apr 2025 17,277 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 16,534 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 15,574 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 13,969 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 12,702 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 12,253 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 12,233 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2016 12,214 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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B138 XST is a 1985 Yamaha RD250 in Black with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 21,410 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 B138 XST, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B138 XST registered?

B138 XST is a 1985 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 1 July 1985.

Is B138 XST safe to buy?

The MOT history for B138 XST shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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