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BVC 198T

1978 Yamaha RD250

Red Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,272 mi
Last recorded18,272 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD25020,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVC 198T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 May 2017 18,272 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 18,245 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 18,239 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 29 Oct 2013 17,520 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 16,148 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 15,355 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 24,529 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 23,117 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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BVC 198T is a 1978 Yamaha RD250 in Red with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 20,313 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BVC 198T, 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 48 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BVC 198T registered?

BVC 198T is a 1978 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 9 August 1978.

Is BVC 198T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVC 198T shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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