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C637 JGL

1985 Yamaha RD250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

12,104 mi
Last recorded12,104 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2021
Typical for 1985 Yamaha RD25021,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC637 JGL
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2021 12,104 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 11,725 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 11,721 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

headlamp mask fitted

Pass 4 Apr 2018 11,721 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2017 11,720 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 25 Apr 2017 11,720 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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C637 JGL is a 1985 Yamaha RD250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1985 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 21,410 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 C637 JGL, 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 41 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C637 JGL registered?

C637 JGL is a 1985 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 18 August 1985.

Is C637 JGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C637 JGL shows 6 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.

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