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BGN 696X

1981 Yamaha Rd 250

Yellow Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2019
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

26,996 mi
Last recorded26,996 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 1981 Yamaha Rd 25031,634 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGN 696X
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 250
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 26,996 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 26,994 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 26,993 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 26,234 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 9 Jul 2014 26,233 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd 250?

Based on 757 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
127
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease 5
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 4
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BGN 696X is a 1981 Yamaha Rd 250 in Yellow with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha Rd 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 31,634 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 250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BGN 696X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha Rd 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BGN 696X?

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What year was BGN 696X registered?

BGN 696X is a 1981 Yamaha Rd 250, first registered on 4 August 1981.

Is BGN 696X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BGN 696X shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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