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NMA 511T

1979 Yamaha DT250

Yellow Petrol 246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

5,950 mi
Last recorded5,950 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2017
Typical for 1979 Yamaha DT25010,197 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNMA 511T
MakeYamaha
ModelDT250
Year1979
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine246cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2017 5,950 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 5,947 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Front Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha DT250?

Based on 792 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
112
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Direction indicator not working 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 7
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NMA 511T is a 1979 Yamaha DT250 in Yellow with a 246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha DT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 10,197 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 DT250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NMA 511T, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha DT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 47 years old, this Yamaha DT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NMA 511T registered?

NMA 511T is a 1979 Yamaha DT250, first registered on 1 January 1979.

Is NMA 511T safe to buy?

The MOT history for NMA 511T shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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