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JYM 35W

1981 Yamaha RD250

Blue Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

29,999 mi
Last recorded29,999 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2008
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD25024,129 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJYM 35W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2008 29,999 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2008 29,999 miles

Front suspension assembly component excessively misaligned (2.3.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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JYM 35W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250 in Blue with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 24,129 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 JYM 35W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of JYM 35W?

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What year was JYM 35W registered?

JYM 35W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is JYM 35W safe to buy?

The MOT history for JYM 35W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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