CarVerify

Free Car Check

BOT 571V

1980 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 250cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,022 mi
Last recorded24,022 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2022
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD25022,534 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBOT 571V
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2022 24,022 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 23,962 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 23,864 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 23,707 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 23,576 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 23,450 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 23,099 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 22,428 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 22,428 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 22,418 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 1,432 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 1,432 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

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
Full Yamaha RD250 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BOT 571V is a 1980 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BOT 571V, 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

How do I check the history of BOT 571V?

You can check the full history of BOT 571V by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BOT 571V registered?

BOT 571V is a 1980 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is BOT 571V safe to buy?

The MOT history for BOT 571V shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BOT 571V have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BOT 571V. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.