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KGS 89V

1980 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,243 mi
Last recorded17,243 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD25022,534 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKGS 89V
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 17,243 miles

Exhaust noisy very slightly more than std (8.1.1 (a))

Front headlight mask fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2018 17,236 miles

Front headlight mask fitted

exhaust noise very slightly more than std

Pass 15 Jul 2017 17,224 miles

Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (7.1.2)

Front headlight mask fitted

Fail 15 Jul 2017 17,224 miles

Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front headlight mask fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2016 17,212 miles

Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (7.1.2)

Front headlamp mask/converter fitted

Fail 9 Jul 2016 17,212 miles

Exhaust noisy slightly more than std (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front headlamp mask/converter fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2015 17,078 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 4 Jul 2015 17,078 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 16 Jul 2014 16,678 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 16,678 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 23 May 2013 16,477 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 16,286 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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KGS 89V is a 1980 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 22,534 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 KGS 89V, 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 46 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 KGS 89V registered?

KGS 89V is a 1980 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 19 February 1980.

Is KGS 89V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KGS 89V shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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