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OPD 970R

1976 Yamaha RD250

Blue Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,072 mi
Last recorded19,072 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2019
Typical for 1976 Yamaha RD25020,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPD 970R
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2019 19,072 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 19,012 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 18,988 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2014 18,988 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Dip switch operating back to front.

Pass 7 Jan 2013 18,958 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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OPD 970R is a 1976 Yamaha RD250 in Blue with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OPD 970R, 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 OPD 970R registered?

OPD 970R is a 1976 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 1 January 1976.

Is OPD 970R safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPD 970R shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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