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OEF 557W

1981 Yamaha RD250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2022
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,317 mi
Last recorded26,317 miles
Recorded on15 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD25024,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOEF 557W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 15 May 2021 26,317 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 26,034 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 25,804 miles

Front and rear brake lever adjustment screws not locked off

Headlamp masked for purposes of test

No split pin in front end of rear brake torque arm

Pass 6 Jun 2017 25,595 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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OEF 557W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 24,129 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 OEF 557W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OEF 557W?

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What year was OEF 557W registered?

OEF 557W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is OEF 557W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OEF 557W shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does OEF 557W have outstanding finance?

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