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PLN 703R

1976 Yamaha RD250

Silver Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,564 mi
Last recorded25,564 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2015
Typical for 1976 Yamaha RD25020,538 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPLN 703R
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1976
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2015 25,564 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 25,533 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 25,458 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 25,374 miles

Gear lever loose.

Pass 14 Apr 2011 25,178 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 24,754 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 24,754 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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PLN 703R is a 1976 Yamaha RD250 in Silver with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 PLN 703R, 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

How do I check the history of PLN 703R?

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What year was PLN 703R registered?

PLN 703R is a 1976 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 17 August 1976.

Is PLN 703R safe to buy?

The MOT history for PLN 703R 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 PLN 703R have outstanding finance?

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