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RVW 296W

1980 Yamaha Rd 250

Silver Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2017
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,197 mi
Last recorded26,197 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2016
Typical for 1980 Yamaha Rd 25021,386 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRVW 296W
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 250
Year1980
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 18 Oct 2016 26,197 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 25,845 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 25,538 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Sep 2013 24,872 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 24,457 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 23,786 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 23,164 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Lower Rear suspension bush deteriorated but not excessively (2.4.A2a(i))

Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2009 22,583 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 21,988 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 21,153 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 20,223 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd 250?

Based on 757 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
127
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease 5
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 4
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RVW 296W is a 1980 Yamaha Rd 250 in Silver with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha Rd 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.7% with a typical mileage of 21,386 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha Rd 250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RVW 296W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 46 years old, this Yamaha Rd 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RVW 296W registered?

RVW 296W is a 1980 Yamaha Rd 250, first registered on 14 August 1980.

Is RVW 296W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RVW 296W shows 11 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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