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VPU 484W

1981 Yamaha RD250

Black Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

30,746 mi
Last recorded30,746 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD25024,129 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPU 484W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 28 May 2019 30,746 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 30,695 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 30,637 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 27 May 2016 30,567 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Jun 2015 30,460 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2014 30,386 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 30,387 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 30,172 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 29,984 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2008 29,199 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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VPU 484W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250 in Black with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 24,129 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 VPU 484W, 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 45 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 VPU 484W registered?

VPU 484W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is VPU 484W safe to buy?

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