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VGC 348R

1977 Yamaha DT250

Orange Petrol 246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

3,798 mi
Last recorded3,798 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2017
Typical for 1977 Yamaha DT2508,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVGC 348R
MakeYamaha
ModelDT250
Year1977
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine246cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2017 3,798 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 3,634 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 3,350 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 3,346 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 Nov 2009 2,863 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 2,862 miles

Direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2007 2,479 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 2,470 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha DT250?

Based on 792 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
112
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Direction indicator not working 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 7
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VGC 348R is a 1977 Yamaha DT250 in Orange with a 246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1977 Yamaha DT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 8,166 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 DT250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VGC 348R, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha DT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 49 years old, this Yamaha DT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VGC 348R registered?

VGC 348R is a 1977 Yamaha DT250, first registered on 20 April 1977.

Is VGC 348R safe to buy?

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