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ULB 698X

1981 Yamaha RD250LC

Blue Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

38,298 mi
Last recorded38,298 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD250LC28,887 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationULB 698X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250LC
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 38,298 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 May 2016 37,336 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 36,911 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2008 27,193 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2008 27,171 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD250LC?

Based on 602 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
144
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate incorrect 3
Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute 2
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system 2
position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp 2
Direction indicators not working 2
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ULB 698X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250LC in Blue with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD250LC models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 28,887 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 RD250LC fails its MOT is registration plate incorrect, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ULB 698X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD250LC typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha RD250LC is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ULB 698X?

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What year was ULB 698X registered?

ULB 698X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250LC, first registered on 28 October 1981.

Is ULB 698X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ULB 698X shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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