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SKV 851W

1981 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2023
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,875 mi
Last recorded19,875 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2022
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD25024,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKV 851W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2022 19,875 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 19,825 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 19,802 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 25 May 2009 19,764 miles
Pass 26 May 2008 19,347 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2007 19,008 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 18,114 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 18,114 miles

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

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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SKV 851W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 24,129 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 SKV 851W, 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 45 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 SKV 851W registered?

SKV 851W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 30 March 1981.

Is SKV 851W safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKV 851W shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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