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GNT 167M

1974 Yamaha RD250

Gold Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,023 mi
Last recorded5,023 miles
Recorded on2 May 2012
Typical for 1974 Yamaha RD25017,123 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNT 167M
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1974
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 2 May 2012 5,023 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 5,018 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

no lights fited at time of test

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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GNT 167M is a 1974 Yamaha RD250 in Gold with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1974 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 17,123 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 GNT 167M, 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 52 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GNT 167M registered?

GNT 167M is a 1974 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 1 January 1974.

Is GNT 167M safe to buy?

The MOT history for GNT 167M 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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