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KGE 166T

1978 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,993 mi
Last recorded23,993 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2018
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD25020,313 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGE 166T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2018 23,993 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 23,615 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 23,615 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 23,487 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 5 May 2010 23,137 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2008 36,360 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 36,354 miles

Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

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

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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KGE 166T is a 1978 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 20,313 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 KGE 166T, 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 48 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KGE 166T registered?

KGE 166T is a 1978 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 22 August 1978.

Is KGE 166T safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGE 166T shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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