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UUU 839S

1978 Yamaha RD250

Silver Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

36,364 mi
Last recorded36,364 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2018
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD25020,313 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUUU 839S
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2018 36,364 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 36,094 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 35,606 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 34,505 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 34,503 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Pass 11 May 2010 34,503 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 34,493 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 34,471 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 34,432 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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UUU 839S is a 1978 Yamaha RD250 in Silver with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 20,313 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 UUU 839S, 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 48 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 UUU 839S?

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What year was UUU 839S registered?

UUU 839S is a 1978 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 22 February 1978.

Is UUU 839S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UUU 839S shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does UUU 839S have outstanding finance?

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