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OTL 189Y

1987 Yamaha RD250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

52,040 mi
Last recorded52,040 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOTL 189Y
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1987
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2023 52,040 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 51,846 miles
Pass 18 May 2021 51,778 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 50,448 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 49,741 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 49,489 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 49,354 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 49,023 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 49,023 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 48,664 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 48,664 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2012 48,215 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 48,005 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 48,004 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 47,888 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 47,888 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 47,682 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2007 47,424 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 47,424 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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OTL 189Y is a 1987 Yamaha RD250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 OTL 189Y, 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 39 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OTL 189Y registered?

OTL 189Y is a 1987 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 15 May 1987.

Is OTL 189Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for OTL 189Y shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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