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PPM 805M

1974 Yamaha RD250

Blue Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,943 mi
Last recorded22,943 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2018
Typical for 1974 Yamaha RD25017,123 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPPM 805M
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2018 22,943 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 22,769 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 22,135 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 21,814 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 21,404 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 21,125 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 21,124 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2009 21,123 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 21,121 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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PPM 805M is a 1974 Yamaha RD250 in Blue with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1974 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.4% with a typical mileage of 17,123 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 PPM 805M, 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 52 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 PPM 805M registered?

PPM 805M is a 1974 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 2 April 1974.

Is PPM 805M safe to buy?

The MOT history for PPM 805M shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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