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BET 711T

1979 Yamaha RD250

Yellow Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

28,281 mi
Last recorded28,281 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2016
Typical for 1979 Yamaha RD25022,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBET 711T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2016 28,281 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2015 27,996 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 27,996 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 27,534 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 27,401 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

rear chain adjusters close too swinging arm

Pass 21 Jul 2010 2,644 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 26 May 2009 25,287 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 23,142 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 21,877 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 21,648 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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BET 711T is a 1979 Yamaha RD250 in Yellow with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 22,373 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 BET 711T, 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 47 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 BET 711T registered?

BET 711T is a 1979 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 30 May 1979.

Is BET 711T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BET 711T shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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