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KAO 246V

1980 Yamaha Rd 250

Yellow Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2021
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,278 mi
Last recorded21,278 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha Rd 25021,386 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKAO 246V
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 250
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2019 21,278 miles

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 20,882 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 20,159 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 19,040 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 19,040 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 18,662 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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KAO 246V is a 1980 Yamaha Rd 250 in Yellow with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha Rd 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 21,386 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 KAO 246V, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha Rd 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KAO 246V?

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What year was KAO 246V registered?

KAO 246V is a 1980 Yamaha Rd 250, first registered on 7 February 1980.

Is KAO 246V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KAO 246V shows 6 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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