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C812 LBW

1986 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,989 mi
Last recorded17,989 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Yamaha RD25027,023 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC812 LBW
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 17,989 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2025 17,989 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Mar 2024 17,986 miles

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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C812 LBW is a 1986 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1986 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.5% with a typical mileage of 27,023 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 C812 LBW, 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 40 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C812 LBW?

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What year was C812 LBW registered?

C812 LBW is a 1986 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 1 June 1986.

Is C812 LBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C812 LBW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C812 LBW have outstanding finance?

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