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BFW 521W

2002 Yamaha RD250

Black Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

160 mi
Last recorded160 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBFW 521W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 22 Jul 2008 160 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 160 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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BFW 521W is a 2002 Yamaha RD250 in Black with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BFW 521W, 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 24 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was BFW 521W registered?

BFW 521W is a 2002 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 4 May 2002.

Is BFW 521W safe to buy?

The MOT history for BFW 521W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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