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MBW 242W

1981 Yamaha RD200

Black Petrol 195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2022
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,151 mi
Last recorded19,151 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD20014,880 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBW 242W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD200
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine195cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 2 Aug 2021 19,151 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 19,150 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD200?

Based on 1,240 MOT tests across 305 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
139
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
305
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 6
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
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MBW 242W is a 1981 Yamaha RD200 in Black with a 195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 14,880 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha RD200 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MBW 242W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD200 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha RD200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MBW 242W registered?

MBW 242W is a 1981 Yamaha RD200, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is MBW 242W safe to buy?

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