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BJD 372T

1979 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2017
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

8,317 mi
Last recorded8,317 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2016
Typical for 1979 Yamaha RD25022,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJD 372T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc
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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2016 8,317 miles

Chain loose (almost to excess)

Rear tube punctured

Fail 28 Jun 2016 8,317 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Both tyres flat

Chain loose (almost to excess)

Mirrors loose

Pass 29 Aug 2013 8,297 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

rear shock bushes worn

Fail 24 Aug 2013 8,290 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 8,263 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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BJD 372T is a 1979 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 BJD 372T, 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.

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What year was BJD 372T registered?

BJD 372T is a 1979 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 13 June 1979.

Is BJD 372T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJD 372T 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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