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JUX 514V

1979 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2025
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,071 mi
Last recorded41,071 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2024
Typical for 1979 Yamaha RD25022,373 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJUX 514V
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2024 41,071 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 39,308 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 39,712 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2016 39,712 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2015 39,216 miles
Fail 15 May 2015 39,216 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 38,993 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 38,888 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 38,628 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2008 38,622 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 38,474 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 38,130 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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JUX 514V is a 1979 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 JUX 514V, 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 JUX 514V registered?

JUX 514V is a 1979 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 31 December 1979.

Is JUX 514V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JUX 514V shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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