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KRT 174V

1980 Yamaha RD250

Yellow Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

55,448 mi
Last recorded55,448 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD25022,534 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKRT 174V
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 55,448 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2021 55,409 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 55,192 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 54,970 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 54,776 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 54,183 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 52,292 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 50,854 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2014 50,849 miles

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

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

uneven wear on brake pads.

Fail 28 Feb 2013 48,513 miles

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

swing arm bushes have play

Pass 28 Feb 2013 48,513 miles

swing arm bushes have play

Pass 17 Feb 2012 46,793 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2011 46,664 miles

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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KRT 174V is a 1980 Yamaha RD250 in Yellow with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KRT 174V, 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 KRT 174V registered?

KRT 174V is a 1980 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 26 March 1980.

Is KRT 174V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KRT 174V shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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