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KDJ 397V

1980 Yamaha Rd 250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,691 mi
Last recorded27,691 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 1980 Yamaha Rd 25021,386 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKDJ 397V
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 250
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2018 27,691 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 27,403 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 27,164 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 26,885 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 1 Aug 2012 26,885 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 26,332 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 26,230 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 May 2009 25,398 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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KDJ 397V is a 1980 Yamaha Rd 250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 KDJ 397V, 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

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What year was KDJ 397V registered?

KDJ 397V is a 1980 Yamaha Rd 250, first registered on 1 July 1980.

Is KDJ 397V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KDJ 397V shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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