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VKO 34S

1977 Yamaha Rd 250

Red Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,694 mi
Last recorded31,694 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1977 Yamaha Rd 25022,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVKO 34S
MakeYamaha
ModelRd 250
Year1977
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 31,694 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 31,284 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 31,004 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 30,989 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 30,918 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 30,863 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 30,848 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2012 30,847 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 30,504 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Rd 250?

Based on 757 MOT tests across 144 vehicles.

87.3%
Pass Rate
127
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
144
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 7
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 6
position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on 5
Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease 5
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 4
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VKO 34S is a 1977 Yamaha Rd 250 in Red with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1977 Yamaha Rd 250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.9% with a typical mileage of 22,601 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 Rd 250 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 7 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VKO 34S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Rd 250 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 49 years old, this Yamaha Rd 250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VKO 34S registered?

VKO 34S is a 1977 Yamaha Rd 250, first registered on 8 November 1977.

Is VKO 34S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VKO 34S 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.

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