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MTA 950W

1980 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

56,296 mi
Last recorded56,296 miles
Recorded on21 May 2021
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD25022,534 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMTA 950W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2021 56,296 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 55,949 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 55,821 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 55,821 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 55,810 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 55,663 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 55,581 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 54,937 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 23 Apr 2013 54,937 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 30 Mar 2012 54,649 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 30 Mar 2012 54,649 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 9 Apr 2011 54,361 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 54,361 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2009 21,021 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 2,103 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 20,935 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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MTA 950W is a 1980 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MTA 950W, 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.

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What year was MTA 950W registered?

MTA 950W is a 1980 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 20 December 1980.

Is MTA 950W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MTA 950W shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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