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VFH 173M

1973 Yamaha RD250

Blue Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

2,954 mi
Last recorded2,954 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 1973 Yamaha RD25014,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVFH 173M
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1973
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc
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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 2,954 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 2,923 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 2,810 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 2,712 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 2,605 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 2,344 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 2,218 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 2,040 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 1,880 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 1,829 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 1,535 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2006 1,535 miles

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

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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VFH 173M is a 1973 Yamaha RD250 in Blue with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1973 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 14,227 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 VFH 173M, 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 53 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 VFH 173M registered?

VFH 173M is a 1973 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 11 October 1973.

Is VFH 173M safe to buy?

The MOT history for VFH 173M shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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