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FCA 368S

1978 Yamaha Rd 250

Yellow Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,173 mi
Last recorded2,173 miles
Recorded on13 May 2014
Typical for 1978 Yamaha Rd 25018,316 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCA 368S
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 250
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc
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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 May 2014 2,173 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 2,171 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 1,991 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 1,991 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2011 1,687 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 33,715 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2010 33,715 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 8 May 2008 33,712 miles

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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FCA 368S is a 1978 Yamaha Rd 250 in Yellow with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha Rd 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 18,316 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 FCA 368S, 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 48 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 FCA 368S registered?

FCA 368S is a 1978 Yamaha Rd 250, first registered on 22 June 1978.

Is FCA 368S safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCA 368S 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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