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EKM 624T

1979 Yamaha Rd 250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,278 mi
Last recorded24,278 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2017
Typical for 1979 Yamaha Rd 25023,315 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKM 624T
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 250
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2017 24,278 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 24,130 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 23,987 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 27 Mar 2015 23,987 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 23,479 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 23,105 miles

rear brake binding slightly

Pass 31 Mar 2012 22,118 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 30 Mar 2012 22,099 miles

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd 250?

Based on 757 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
127
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease 5
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 4
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EKM 624T is a 1979 Yamaha Rd 250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha Rd 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 23,315 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 Rd 250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EKM 624T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 47 years old, this Yamaha Rd 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EKM 624T registered?

EKM 624T is a 1979 Yamaha Rd 250, first registered on 16 July 1979.

Is EKM 624T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EKM 624T shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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