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CBF 893T

1978 Yamaha RD250

Black Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

27,212 mi
Last recorded27,212 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2015
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD25020,313 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCBF 893T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2015 27,212 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 27,212 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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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CBF 893T is a 1978 Yamaha RD250 in Black with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 CBF 893T, 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

How do I check the history of CBF 893T?

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What year was CBF 893T registered?

CBF 893T is a 1978 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 15 August 1978.

Is CBF 893T safe to buy?

The MOT history for CBF 893T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CBF 893T have outstanding finance?

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