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KEW 19W

1981 Yamaha Rd

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2015
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

28,610 mi
Last recorded28,610 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2014
Typical for 1981 Yamaha Rd26,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEW 19W
MakeYamaha
ModelRd
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Jul 2014 28,610 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 28,610 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 28,105 miles
Fail 3 May 2013 28,105 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 60,035 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2012 60,035 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd?

Based on 2,514 MOT tests across 385 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
199
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
385
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Horn not working 12
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KEW 19W is a 1981 Yamaha Rd in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha Rd models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 26,652 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 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KEW 19W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha Rd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KEW 19W registered?

KEW 19W is a 1981 Yamaha Rd, first registered on 20 March 1981.

Is KEW 19W safe to buy?

The MOT history for KEW 19W shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KEW 19W have outstanding finance?

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