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BDN 160V

1980 Yamaha Rd

Yellow Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

5,746 mi
Last recorded5,746 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha Rd25,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDN 160V
MakeYamaha
ModelRd
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2019 5,746 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 5,636 miles

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit rear tyre down to wear markers (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 May 2015 5,437 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 5,437 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 5 Apr 2014 5,128 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 4,674 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 4,143 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 3,310 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 11,417 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd?

Based on 2,514 MOT tests across 385 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
199
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
385
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Horn not working 12
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BDN 160V is a 1980 Yamaha Rd in Yellow with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha Rd models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.5% with a typical mileage of 25,179 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 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BDN 160V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 46 years old, this Yamaha Rd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BDN 160V registered?

BDN 160V is a 1980 Yamaha Rd, first registered on 1 May 1980.

Is BDN 160V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BDN 160V shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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