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MKW 343W

1982 Yamaha RD250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2022
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

24,834 mi
Last recorded24,834 miles
Recorded on23 May 2021
Typical for 1982 Yamaha RD25025,035 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKW 343W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 23 May 2021 24,834 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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MKW 343W is a 1982 Yamaha RD250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 25,035 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 MKW 343W, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MKW 343W registered?

MKW 343W is a 1982 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 2 March 1982.

Is MKW 343W safe to buy?

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