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TAH 137W

1981 Yamaha RD250

Multi-colour Petrol 347cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

26,326 mi
Last recorded26,326 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD25024,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTAH 137W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1981
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine347cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 26,326 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2016 25,302 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 23,630 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 22,355 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 22,147 miles
Pass 20 May 2012 20,612 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 20,289 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 19,071 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 18,105 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 17,535 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 17,535 miles

Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

security of exhaust system

smoke emitted

wear rear cush drive

Pass 11 May 2006 16,242 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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TAH 137W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250 in Multi-colour with a 347cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TAH 137W, 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 TAH 137W registered?

TAH 137W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 23 March 1981.

Is TAH 137W safe to buy?

The MOT history for TAH 137W shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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