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SPA 871X

1981 Yamaha RD250

Yellow Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2021
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

22,620 mi
Last recorded22,620 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2020
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD25024,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPA 871X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1981
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2020 22,620 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2019 22,095 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Aug 2019 22,095 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2018 21,936 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2018 21,936 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2016 21,779 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 21,048 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 20,928 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 Aug 2008 20,927 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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SPA 871X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250 in Yellow with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SPA 871X, 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 SPA 871X registered?

SPA 871X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 28 October 1981.

Is SPA 871X safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPA 871X shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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