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BNO 350X

1982 Yamaha RD250

Black Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,641 mi
Last recorded41,641 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 1982 Yamaha RD25025,035 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBNO 350X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 41,641 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 41,610 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2023 41,610 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 41,579 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 41,495 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2020 41,490 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2019 41,490 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 41,462 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 38,595 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 May 2009 38,586 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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BNO 350X is a 1982 Yamaha RD250 in Black with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 25,035 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 BNO 350X, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BNO 350X?

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What year was BNO 350X registered?

BNO 350X is a 1982 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 23 March 1982.

Is BNO 350X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BNO 350X shows 10 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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