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JLW 172V

1979 Yamaha Rd 250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2011
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,573 mi
Last recorded32,573 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2010
Typical for 1979 Yamaha Rd 25023,315 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJLW 172V
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 250
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 6 Feb 2010 32,573 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 30 Sep 2008 22,945 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd 250?

Based on 757 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
127
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease 5
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 4
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JLW 172V is a 1979 Yamaha Rd 250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha Rd 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 23,315 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Rd 250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying JLW 172V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 47 years old, this Yamaha Rd 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was JLW 172V registered?

JLW 172V is a 1979 Yamaha Rd 250, first registered on 18 September 1979.

Is JLW 172V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JLW 172V 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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