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MDE 47R

1976 Yamaha RD250

Yellow Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2017
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,953 mi
Last recorded7,953 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2016
Typical for 1976 Yamaha RD25020,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDE 47R
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1976
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2016 7,953 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 7,867 miles

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

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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MDE 47R is a 1976 Yamaha RD250 in Yellow with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1976 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 20,538 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 MDE 47R, 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 50 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 MDE 47R registered?

MDE 47R is a 1976 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 17 September 1976.

Is MDE 47R safe to buy?

The MOT history for MDE 47R shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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