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PKM 191W

1981 Yamaha DT250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

13,059 mi
Last recorded13,059 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha DT25013,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPKM 191W
MakeYamaha
ModelDT250
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2019 13,059 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 13,059 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

no lights fitted time of test

Pass 10 Nov 2015 13,059 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 13,059 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 13,059 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha DT250?

Based on 792 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
112
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Direction indicator not working 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 7
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PKM 191W is a 1981 Yamaha DT250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha DT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 13,266 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 DT250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PKM 191W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha DT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha DT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PKM 191W registered?

PKM 191W is a 1981 Yamaha DT250, first registered on 23 March 1981.

Is PKM 191W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PKM 191W 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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