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OBW 242P

1975 Yamaha Rd

Orange Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,938 mi
Last recorded12,938 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2018
Typical for 1975 Yamaha Rd13,057 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBW 242P
MakeYamaha
ModelRd
Year1975
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2018 12,938 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 12,250 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 11,839 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 11,031 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 11,031 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 10,309 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 9,675 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 9,331 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 9,317 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd?

Based on 2,514 MOT tests across 385 vehicles.

87.7%
Pass Rate
199
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
385
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 15
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Horn not working 12
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OBW 242P is a 1975 Yamaha Rd in Orange with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1975 Yamaha Rd models, the average MOT pass rate is 91.1% with a typical mileage of 13,057 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 Rd fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OBW 242P, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 51 years old, this Yamaha Rd is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OBW 242P registered?

OBW 242P is a 1975 Yamaha Rd, first registered on 13 October 1975.

Is OBW 242P safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBW 242P shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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