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BFC 424V

1980 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

14,576 mi
Last recorded14,576 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2022
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD25022,534 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFC 424V
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2022 14,576 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2016 14,445 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2015 14,229 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 13,702 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 13,643 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 13,551 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 13,551 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 May 2011 13,540 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 13,331 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 12,828 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 12,828 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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BFC 424V 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 81.8%.

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 BFC 424V, 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 BFC 424V registered?

BFC 424V is a 1980 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 22 March 1980.

Is BFC 424V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFC 424V shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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