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SAA 320T

1979 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

37,879 mi
Last recorded37,879 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2015
Typical for 1979 Yamaha RD25022,373 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSAA 320T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2015 37,879 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 37,874 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2013 37,364 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 36,603 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 20 Jun 2011 36,340 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 36,340 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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SAA 320T is a 1979 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 22,373 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 RD250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 39 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SAA 320T, 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 47 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 SAA 320T registered?

SAA 320T is a 1979 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 15 May 1979.

Is SAA 320T safe to buy?

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