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LOK 398X

1981 Yamaha RD250

Black Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2022
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,679 mi
Last recorded22,679 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD25024,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLOK 398X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2021 22,679 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 22,673 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 22,638 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 22,634 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 22,626 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 22,621 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 22,563 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 22,558 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 22,526 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 22,496 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 22,463 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

front tyre cracking on outer edge

Pass 31 Jan 2009 22,453 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 22,412 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 22,383 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2006 22,261 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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LOK 398X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250 in Black with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 24,129 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LOK 398X, 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 45 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 LOK 398X registered?

LOK 398X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 18 August 1981.

Is LOK 398X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LOK 398X shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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