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HUC 194W

1980 Yamaha RD250

Yellow Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

52,214 mi
Last recorded52,214 miles
Recorded on28 May 2020
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD25022,534 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHUC 194W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2020 52,214 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 52,087 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 51,890 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 51,754 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 51,754 miles

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Pass 27 Feb 2016 51,600 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 51,091 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 50,210 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 48,888 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2009 48,882 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2007 46,376 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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HUC 194W is a 1980 Yamaha RD250 in Yellow with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 HUC 194W, 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.

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How do I check the history of HUC 194W?

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What year was HUC 194W registered?

HUC 194W is a 1980 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 13 September 1980.

Is HUC 194W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HUC 194W shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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