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JLF 236V

1979 Yamaha DT250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

26,230 mi
Last recorded26,230 miles
Recorded on4 May 2011
Typical for 1979 Yamaha DT25010,197 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLF 236V
MakeYamaha
ModelDT250
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2011 26,230 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Fail 30 Apr 2010 26,014 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 26,014 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 25,821 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2007 25,694 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha DT250?

Based on 792 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
112
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Direction indicator not working 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 7
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JLF 236V is a 1979 Yamaha DT250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha DT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 10,197 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 DT250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JLF 236V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha DT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 47 years old, this Yamaha DT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JLF 236V registered?

JLF 236V is a 1979 Yamaha DT250, first registered on 6 August 1979.

Is JLF 236V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLF 236V shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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