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MPN 109W

1981 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

21,275 mi
Last recorded21,275 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD25024,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMPN 109W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 21,275 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 21,204 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 21,049 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 20,948 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 20,345 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 20,325 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 20,325 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 20,314 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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MPN 109W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 24,129 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 MPN 109W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MPN 109W?

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What year was MPN 109W registered?

MPN 109W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 26 February 1981.

Is MPN 109W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MPN 109W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MPN 109W have outstanding finance?

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