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LDV 521V

2016 Yamaha RD250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2019
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

35,362 mi
Last recorded35,362 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 2016 Yamaha RD25025,182 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLDV 521V
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 35,362 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

headlight has a flat pattern

Pass 17 Jun 2016 35,361 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both (2.3.3)

Nearside handlebar grip damaged

Fail 29 Apr 2016 35,360 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride nut missing (6.2.1h)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play swing arm (2.4.A2a(i))

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both (2.3.3)

Nearside handlebar grip damaged

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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LDV 521V is a 2016 Yamaha RD250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2016 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 25,182 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 LDV 521V, 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 10 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was LDV 521V registered?

LDV 521V is a 2016 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 1 September 2016.

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The MOT history for LDV 521V shows 3 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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