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MDB 814W

1980 Yamaha RD250

Black Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

37,656 mi
Last recorded37,656 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2018
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD25022,534 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDB 814W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2018 37,656 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2018 37,656 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2014 37,430 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2014 37,430 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 36,410 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 36,286 miles
Fail 17 May 2012 36,286 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 28 May 2010 36,226 miles
Fail 19 May 2009 35,891 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 May 2009 35,891 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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MDB 814W is a 1980 Yamaha RD250 in Black with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 22,534 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 MDB 814W, 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 46 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 MDB 814W registered?

MDB 814W is a 1980 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 5 August 1980.

Is MDB 814W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MDB 814W shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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