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KVY 196S

1978 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2022
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

3,323 mi
Last recorded3,323 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2021
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD25020,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKVY 196S
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2021 3,323 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2021 3,323 miles

Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 3,287 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 3,269 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 2,739 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 2,106 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 1,943 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 1,939 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2013 1,939 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 23 May 2012 1,920 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 1,920 miles

Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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KVY 196S is a 1978 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KVY 196S, 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 KVY 196S registered?

KVY 196S is a 1978 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 27 July 1978.

Is KVY 196S safe to buy?

The MOT history for KVY 196S shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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