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BFB 312V

1980 Yamaha RD250

Green Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,310 mi
Last recorded38,310 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2020
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD25022,534 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFB 312V
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1980
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2020 38,310 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 38,253 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 38,229 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 38,210 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 38,092 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 38,060 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 37,843 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2014 37,843 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 4 Mar 2013 37,595 miles

Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1g)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 37,595 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 36,513 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 36,113 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 3 Jul 2007 35,321 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.5a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2007 35,321 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 34,485 miles

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

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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BFB 312V is a 1980 Yamaha RD250 in Green with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BFB 312V, 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.

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What year was BFB 312V registered?

BFB 312V is a 1980 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 7 May 1980.

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The MOT history for BFB 312V shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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