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OCY 473R

1976 Yamaha RD250

Blue Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2020
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

13,453 mi
Last recorded13,453 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2019
Typical for 1976 Yamaha RD25020,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOCY 473R
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2019 13,453 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 12,986 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 12,787 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 12,776 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 12,508 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 12,508 miles

Rear Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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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OCY 473R is a 1976 Yamaha RD250 in Blue with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1976 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 20,538 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 OCY 473R, 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 50 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 OCY 473R registered?

OCY 473R is a 1976 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 1 December 1976.

Is OCY 473R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OCY 473R shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OCY 473R have outstanding finance?

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