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OCB 837R

1977 Yamaha RD250

Silver Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2017
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,949 mi
Last recorded19,949 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2016
Typical for 1977 Yamaha RD25022,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCB 837R
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1977
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2016 19,949 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 19,945 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 19,924 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 19,922 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 19,915 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 19,764 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 19,760 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 19,725 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 19,693 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 19,477 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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OCB 837R is a 1977 Yamaha RD250 in Silver with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1977 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 22,305 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 OCB 837R, 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 49 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OCB 837R registered?

OCB 837R is a 1977 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 27 June 1977.

Is OCB 837R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OCB 837R shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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