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RYJ 142M

1974 Yamaha Rd 250

Blue Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,300 mi
Last recorded19,300 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRYJ 142M
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 250
Year1974
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2011 19,300 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

visable cracking on rear tyre sidewalls

Fail 12 Aug 2011 19,300 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

visable cracking on rear tyre sidewalls

Pass 12 Aug 2010 33,024 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 12 Aug 2010 33,024 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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RYJ 142M is a 1974 Yamaha Rd 250 in Blue with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 RYJ 142M, 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 52 years old, this Yamaha Rd 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RYJ 142M registered?

RYJ 142M is a 1974 Yamaha Rd 250, first registered on 1 January 1974.

Is RYJ 142M safe to buy?

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