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DBW 98K

1971 Yamaha RD250

Black Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

13,950 mi
Last recorded13,950 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDBW 98K
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1971
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 13,950 miles

Front tyre starting to persh

Pass 18 Apr 2017 13,950 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 13,950 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 13,950 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 13,950 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 13,950 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Apr 2013 13,950 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 13,950 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 13,950 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 13,950 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2010 13,950 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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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DBW 98K is a 1971 Yamaha RD250 in Black with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DBW 98K, 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 55 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DBW 98K registered?

DBW 98K is a 1971 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 22 December 1971.

Is DBW 98K safe to buy?

The MOT history for DBW 98K shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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