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CDZ 5499

1987 Yamaha RD250

Blue Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

21,802 mi
Last recorded21,802 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCDZ 5499
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 21,802 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 21,599 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 21,304 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2023 21,304 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 20,680 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2022 20,680 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2021 20,527 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 19,306 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 18,237 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 18,160 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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CDZ 5499 is a 1987 Yamaha RD250 in Blue with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CDZ 5499, 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 39 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 CDZ 5499?

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What year was CDZ 5499 registered?

CDZ 5499 is a 1987 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 28 April 1987.

Is CDZ 5499 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CDZ 5499 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CDZ 5499 have outstanding finance?

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