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LEW 280W

1981 Yamaha Rd

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

17,090 mi
Last recorded17,090 miles
Recorded on2 May 2015
Typical for 1981 Yamaha Rd26,652 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLEW 280W
MakeYamaha
ModelRd
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2015 17,090 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 17,074 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 3 Jan 2009 16,979 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 16,868 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 16,544 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2006 16,483 miles

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

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

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd?

Based on 2,514 MOT tests across 385 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
199
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
385
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Horn not working 12
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LEW 280W is a 1981 Yamaha Rd in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha Rd models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 26,652 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 Rd fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LEW 280W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha Rd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LEW 280W registered?

LEW 280W is a 1981 Yamaha Rd, first registered on 20 March 1981.

Is LEW 280W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LEW 280W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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