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BAB 920W

1980 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

40,638 mi
Last recorded40,638 miles
Recorded on29 May 2020
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD25022,534 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBAB 920W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2020 40,638 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 38,464 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 38,044 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

test ride for front brake distortion rides ok not afecting brake.

Pass 2 Apr 2013 37,520 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 37,227 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 36,889 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 36,573 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2009 36,573 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 36,157 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 36,036 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2006 35,793 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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BAB 920W is a 1980 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 22,534 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 BAB 920W, 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 46 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 BAB 920W registered?

BAB 920W is a 1980 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 13 December 1980.

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The MOT history for BAB 920W shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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