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VEO 608T

1979 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,259 mi
Last recorded2,259 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 1979 Yamaha RD25022,373 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVEO 608T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 2,259 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 21 Jun 2019 2,258 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable (5.2.3 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 2,005 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 2,005 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 43 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015

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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VEO 608T is a 1979 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.7% with a typical mileage of 22,373 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 VEO 608T, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of VEO 608T?

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What year was VEO 608T registered?

VEO 608T is a 1979 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 24 January 1979.

Is VEO 608T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VEO 608T shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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