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LPN 817W

1981 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2022
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,528 mi
Last recorded27,528 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD25024,129 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLPN 817W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2021 27,528 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 26,871 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 26,302 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 25,433 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 24,546 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 23,444 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 22,755 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 21,995 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 21,465 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 20,592 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 19,777 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 18,751 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 17,960 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 17,224 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 16,113 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 15,433 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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LPN 817W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 LPN 817W, 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

How do I check the history of LPN 817W?

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What year was LPN 817W registered?

LPN 817W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 27 February 1981.

Is LPN 817W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LPN 817W shows 16 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 LPN 817W have outstanding finance?

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