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FMJ 585Y

1982 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2023
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

45,485 mi
Last recorded45,485 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 1982 Yamaha RD25025,035 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFMJ 585Y
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 45,485 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 45,392 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 45,014 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 44,842 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 43,030 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 43,030 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 42,680 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 40,483 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 38,409 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 3 Feb 2006 35,632 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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FMJ 585Y is a 1982 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 25,035 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 FMJ 585Y, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FMJ 585Y registered?

FMJ 585Y is a 1982 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 23 September 1982.

Is FMJ 585Y safe to buy?

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