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WMH 139T

1978 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

8,274 mi
Last recorded8,274 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2014
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD25020,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWMH 139T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2014 8,274 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front and Rear tyres have slight cracks in side wall

Pass 20 Jul 2013 8,090 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Sep 2007 7,488 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 5 Aug 2006 6,431 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2006 6,431 miles

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

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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WMH 139T is a 1978 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 20,313 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 WMH 139T, 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 48 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 WMH 139T?

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What year was WMH 139T registered?

WMH 139T is a 1978 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 22 August 1978.

Is WMH 139T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WMH 139T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WMH 139T have outstanding finance?

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