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DTN 517W

1980 Yamaha RD250

Silver Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2023
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

21,401 mi
Last recorded21,401 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2022
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD25022,534 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDTN 517W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2022 21,401 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 21,349 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 21,189 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 20,696 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 20,650 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 20,374 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 19,971 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 19,971 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2015 19,921 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 19,874 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2011 19,829 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 19,776 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 19,719 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2008 19,687 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2007 19,680 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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DTN 517W is a 1980 Yamaha RD250 in Silver with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 DTN 517W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DTN 517W?

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What year was DTN 517W registered?

DTN 517W is a 1980 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 5 August 1980.

Is DTN 517W safe to buy?

The MOT history for DTN 517W shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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