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VTR 287T

1979 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

62,249 mi
Last recorded62,249 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 Yamaha RD25022,373 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVTR 287T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1979
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2019 62,249 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 61,096 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 60,388 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 59,282 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 58,281 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 57,266 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2014 57,266 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 56,893 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 55,671 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 54,557 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 54,557 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 52,747 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 52,747 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 17 May 2006 52,715 miles
Fail 17 May 2006 52,715 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot centre above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

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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VTR 287T is a 1979 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 VTR 287T, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VTR 287T?

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What year was VTR 287T registered?

VTR 287T is a 1979 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 16 July 1979.

Is VTR 287T safe to buy?

The MOT history for VTR 287T shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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