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MBW 382S

1978 Yamaha RD250

Silver Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,239 mi
Last recorded16,239 miles
Recorded on12 May 2009
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD25020,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBW 382S
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2009 16,239 miles

Front brake spongy

Fail 12 May 2009 16,239 miles

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

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Front brake spongy

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

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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MBW 382S is a 1978 Yamaha RD250 in Silver with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 MBW 382S, 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 MBW 382S registered?

MBW 382S is a 1978 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is MBW 382S safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBW 382S shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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