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DGV 191T

1979 Yamaha RD250

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

26,660 mi
Last recorded26,660 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2006
Typical for 1979 Yamaha RD25022,373 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGV 191T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 1 Nov 2006 26,660 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 26,660 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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DGV 191T is a 1979 Yamaha RD250 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 DGV 191T, 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 DGV 191T registered?

DGV 191T is a 1979 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 12 March 1979.

Is DGV 191T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DGV 191T 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.

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