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BVV 164T

1978 Yamaha RD200

Yellow Petrol 193cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2020
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,047 mi
Last recorded30,047 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD20017,836 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBVV 164T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD200
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine193cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2019 30,047 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 30,010 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 30,004 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 29,998 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 29,979 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 29,979 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2012 29,947 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 29,572 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD200?

Based on 1,240 MOT tests across 305 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
139
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
305
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 6
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
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BVV 164T is a 1978 Yamaha RD200 in Yellow with a 193cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha RD200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 17,836 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha RD200 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BVV 164T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD200 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Yamaha RD200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BVV 164T registered?

BVV 164T is a 1978 Yamaha RD200, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is BVV 164T safe to buy?

The MOT history for BVV 164T shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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