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GGJ 655T

1979 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

20,345 mi
Last recorded20,345 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2016
Typical for 1979 Yamaha RD25022,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGGJ 655T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2016 20,345 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2015 20,061 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2015 20,061 miles

Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 27 Apr 2014 19,668 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2013 19,051 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2013 19,051 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 18,292 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 16,861 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 16,175 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 15,292 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 28 Apr 2008 15,177 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 15,177 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 14,713 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 14,713 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2005 14,090 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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GGJ 655T is a 1979 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 22,373 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 GGJ 655T, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GGJ 655T registered?

GGJ 655T is a 1979 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 10 January 1979.

Is GGJ 655T safe to buy?

The MOT history for GGJ 655T shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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