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HVT 680V

1979 Yamaha RD250

Black Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,941 mi
Last recorded32,941 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1979 Yamaha RD25022,373 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHVT 680V
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 May 2025 32,941 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 30,046 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 29,337 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 28,381 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 27,649 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 24,573 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 23,675 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2008 39,792 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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HVT 680V is a 1979 Yamaha RD250 in Black with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 HVT 680V, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HVT 680V registered?

HVT 680V is a 1979 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 7 September 1979.

Is HVT 680V safe to buy?

The MOT history for HVT 680V shows 8 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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