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SPA 905X

1981 Yamaha RD250

Green Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2022
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

12,129 mi
Last recorded12,129 miles
Recorded on1 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD25024,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPA 905X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1981
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2021 12,129 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil a light misting of oil from the left side fork (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2019 12,129 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2017 12,129 miles

all indicators and switch gear has been permanently disconnected

both tyres low pressure

horn works intermittently

Pass 19 Apr 2016 12,129 miles

all indicators and the switchgear have been permanently disconnected

Fail 2 Jun 2012 12,129 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

advise = there is a nail in the rear tyre

Pass 2 Jun 2012 12,129 miles

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

advise = there is a nail in the rear tyre

Pass 17 Oct 2009 12,129 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

Fail 17 Oct 2008 17,917 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 17,917 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2007 17,797 miles

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 905X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250 in Green with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 905X, 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 905X registered?

SPA 905X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 28 October 1981.

Is SPA 905X safe to buy?

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