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WSN 408T

1978 Yamaha RD250

Blue Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,379 mi
Last recorded8,379 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2014
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD25020,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSN 408T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2014 8,379 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 8,298 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 8,141 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 7,995 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 7,793 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 May 2007 7,662 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 7,429 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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WSN 408T is a 1978 Yamaha RD250 in Blue with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 WSN 408T, 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

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What year was WSN 408T registered?

WSN 408T is a 1978 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 30 August 1978.

Is WSN 408T safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSN 408T shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WSN 408T have outstanding finance?

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