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UAR 241Y

1983 Yamaha RD250

Black Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,631 mi
Last recorded53,631 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 1983 Yamaha RD25022,106 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUAR 241Y
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2018 53,631 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 53,631 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 50,841 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2016 50,841 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2015 46,938 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 43,096 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 39,566 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Jun 2011 38,560 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 38,560 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 37,893 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 36,692 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2008 35,063 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 34,151 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2006 33,834 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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UAR 241Y is a 1983 Yamaha RD250 in Black with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 22,106 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 UAR 241Y, 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 43 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 UAR 241Y registered?

UAR 241Y is a 1983 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is UAR 241Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for UAR 241Y shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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