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FDV 289T

2018 Yamaha RD250

Maroon Petrol 245cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2019
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

42,861 mi
Last recorded42,861 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2018
Typical for 2018 Yamaha RD25018,753 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFDV 289T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year2018
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine245cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2018 42,861 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2018 42,861 miles

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. Both shocks lacking in damping (2.4.A.3b)

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

Rear slight play in swing arm area

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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FDV 289T is a 2018 Yamaha RD250 in Maroon with a 245cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2018 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.5% with a typical mileage of 18,753 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 FDV 289T, 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 8 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FDV 289T registered?

FDV 289T is a 2018 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 1 August 2018.

Is FDV 289T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FDV 289T 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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