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GLS 720V

1980 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2008
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

230 mi
Last recorded230 miles
Recorded on5 May 2007
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD25022,534 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLS 720V
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 5 May 2007 230 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 67 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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GLS 720V is a 1980 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 22,534 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GLS 720V, 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 46 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 GLS 720V registered?

GLS 720V is a 1980 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 10 April 1980.

Is GLS 720V safe to buy?

The MOT history for GLS 720V shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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