MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
48,910 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Horn not working (1.7.3a)
Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)
Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)
Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd 250?
Based on 757 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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OAU 12W is a 1981 Yamaha Rd 250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.
Across all 1981 Yamaha Rd 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 31,634 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Yamaha Rd 250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OAU 12W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Yamaha Rd 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha Rd 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was OAU 12W registered?
OAU 12W is a 1981 Yamaha Rd 250, first registered on 30 March 1981.
Is OAU 12W safe to buy?
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