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UDM 982V

1980 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

46,951 mi
Last recorded46,951 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2020
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD25022,534 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUDM 982V
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2020 46,951 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 45,260 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 44,657 miles

Offside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 15 kgf deflection (3.3.A1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect slightly stiff (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 9 May 2017 44,008 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 12 kgf deflection rear drum (3.3.A1d)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 42,070 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 17 kgf deflection (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 41,204 miles

centre stand spring worn

Fail 16 Apr 2015 41,184 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

centre stand spring worn

Pass 28 Apr 2014 40,107 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 37,536 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 36,282 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 34,479 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 28 Nov 2009 31,639 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 30,935 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 27,392 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 29 Sep 2006 24,124 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 24,124 miles

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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UDM 982V is a 1980 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 22,534 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 UDM 982V, 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 46 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 UDM 982V registered?

UDM 982V is a 1980 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 1 July 1980.

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