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RHK 852W

1980 Yamaha RD250LC

Yellow Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,927 mi
Last recorded44,927 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD250LC25,253 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRHK 852W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250LC
Year1980
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 44,927 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2016 44,927 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 3 Sep 2014 44,837 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 44,836 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 44,957 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 44,327 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 42,905 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 41,919 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD250LC?

Based on 602 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
144
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate incorrect 3
Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute 2
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system 2
position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp 2
Direction indicators not working 2
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RHK 852W is a 1980 Yamaha RD250LC in Yellow with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha RD250LC models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 25,253 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 RD250LC fails its MOT is registration plate incorrect, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RHK 852W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD250LC typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 46 years old, this Yamaha RD250LC is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RHK 852W registered?

RHK 852W is a 1980 Yamaha RD250LC, first registered on 1 August 1980.

Is RHK 852W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RHK 852W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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