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PEM 156T

1978 Yamaha RD250

Yellow Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,583 mi
Last recorded27,583 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2014
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD25020,313 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPEM 156T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1978
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2014 27,583 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 27,138 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 27,138 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 26,277 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 25,974 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 25,834 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 25,821 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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PEM 156T is a 1978 Yamaha RD250 in Yellow with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 20,313 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 PEM 156T, 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 48 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 PEM 156T?

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What year was PEM 156T registered?

PEM 156T is a 1978 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 8 August 1978.

Is PEM 156T safe to buy?

The MOT history for PEM 156T shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does PEM 156T have outstanding finance?

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