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COD 736T

1979 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2020
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,969 mi
Last recorded28,969 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2019
Typical for 1979 Yamaha RD25022,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCOD 736T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2019 28,969 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 28,744 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 28,700 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 1 Dec 2010 28,554 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 27,312 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

fork legs covered unable to check seals and stantions

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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COD 736T is a 1979 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 22,373 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 COD 736T, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was COD 736T registered?

COD 736T is a 1979 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 1 March 1979.

Is COD 736T safe to buy?

The MOT history for COD 736T shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does COD 736T have outstanding finance?

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