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LJV 450R

1976 Yamaha Rd 250

Blue Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,472 mi
Last recorded17,472 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1976 Yamaha Rd 25015,312 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJV 450R
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 250
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2026 17,472 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2021 17,277 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 17,156 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 37,891 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 37,871 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 37,864 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 37,850 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 37,833 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd 250?

Based on 757 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
127
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease 5
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 4
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LJV 450R is a 1976 Yamaha Rd 250 in Blue with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Yamaha Rd 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 15,312 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Rd 250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJV 450R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 50 years old, this Yamaha Rd 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJV 450R registered?

LJV 450R is a 1976 Yamaha Rd 250, first registered on 16 August 1976.

Is LJV 450R safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJV 450R shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LJV 450R have outstanding finance?

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