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EFW 777T

1978 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

18,730 mi
Last recorded18,730 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2015
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD25020,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEFW 777T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 Apr 2015 18,730 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 18,730 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 18,625 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 18,323 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 18,291 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 18,291 miles

Centre Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2011 18,273 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2011 18,273 miles

Centre Front Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2010 18,241 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 18,217 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 17,985 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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EFW 777T is a 1978 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 20,313 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 EFW 777T, 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 48 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 EFW 777T?

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What year was EFW 777T registered?

EFW 777T is a 1978 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 22 November 1978.

Is EFW 777T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EFW 777T shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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