CarVerify

Free Car Check

TRY 148X

1981 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,781 mi
Last recorded51,781 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD25024,129 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationTRY 148X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2025 51,781 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 50,630 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 49,878 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 49,320 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 48,556 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 48,032 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 47,561 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 46,988 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 46,731 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 46,166 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 45,732 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 45,460 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 45,226 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 44,904 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 44,660 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 44,440 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 44,145 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 43,921 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 43,837 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 43,476 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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
Full Yamaha RD250 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

TRY 148X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 TRY 148X, 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

How do I check the history of TRY 148X?

You can check the full history of TRY 148X by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was TRY 148X registered?

TRY 148X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 24 September 1981.

Is TRY 148X safe to buy?

The MOT history for TRY 148X shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TRY 148X have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on TRY 148X. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.