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LOK 406X

1981 Yamaha RD250

Black Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

11,326 mi
Last recorded11,326 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD25024,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLOK 406X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2015 11,326 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2014 11,317 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 22 May 2013 11,308 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 11,271 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Fail 20 Jun 2012 11,271 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 May 2011 11,251 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2010 11,239 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 11,222 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 May 2009 11,174 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2008 10,973 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 10,966 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

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 406X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250 in Black with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 LOK 406X, 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 406X registered?

LOK 406X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 20 August 1981.

Is LOK 406X safe to buy?

The MOT history for LOK 406X 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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