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JVW 609V

1979 Yamaha Rd 250

Yellow Petrol 398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

38,118 mi
Last recorded38,118 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 1979 Yamaha Rd 25023,315 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVW 609V
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 250
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine398cc
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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2019 38,118 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2019 38,115 miles

Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 37,882 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 37,882 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 23 May 2017 37,031 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 37,028 miles

Rear Brake cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 May 2016 36,021 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 36,021 miles

Gradient brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.D1c)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 19 May 2015 34,504 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 19 May 2015 34,504 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 27 May 2014 32,683 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 30,809 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 28,904 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 26,438 miles

Outer Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Oct 2009 25,943 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 25,818 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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JVW 609V is a 1979 Yamaha Rd 250 in Yellow with a 398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 JVW 609V, 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.

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What year was JVW 609V registered?

JVW 609V is a 1979 Yamaha Rd 250, first registered on 16 August 1979.

Is JVW 609V safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVW 609V shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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