MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
29,652 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
How Reliable is the Yamaha RD250?
Based on 7,788 MOT tests across 1,776 vehicles.
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LWL 157S is a 1978 Yamaha RD250 in Red with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1978 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 20,313 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 LWL 157S, 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 48 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was LWL 157S registered?
LWL 157S is a 1978 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 12 June 1978.
Is LWL 157S safe to buy?
The MOT history for LWL 157S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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