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DFO 601W

1980 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2017
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

23,177 mi
Last recorded23,177 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2016
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD25022,534 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFO 601W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2016 23,177 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 23,166 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Decelerometer brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.E1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 23,128 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 22,955 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 21,992 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 32,371 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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DFO 601W is a 1980 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 22,534 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 DFO 601W, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of DFO 601W?

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What year was DFO 601W registered?

DFO 601W is a 1980 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 16 November 1980.

Is DFO 601W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFO 601W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DFO 601W have outstanding finance?

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