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RGV 281R

1976 Yamaha RD250

Blue Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,247 mi
Last recorded22,247 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 1976 Yamaha RD25020,538 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRGV 281R
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1976
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2017 22,247 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 22,130 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 21,490 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 21,473 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 21,453 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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RGV 281R is a 1976 Yamaha RD250 in Blue with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RGV 281R, 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

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What year was RGV 281R registered?

RGV 281R is a 1976 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 12 November 1976.

Is RGV 281R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RGV 281R shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RGV 281R have outstanding finance?

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