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WYA 739W

1981 Yamaha DT250

White Petrol 246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

8,107 mi
Last recorded8,107 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2007
Typical for 1981 Yamaha DT25013,266 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWYA 739W
MakeYamaha
ModelDT250
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine246cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2007 8,107 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 8,107 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 7,973 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2006 7,965 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Fail 19 Jul 2006 7,945 miles

Front Wheel spoke cracked. (4.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Yamaha DT250?

Based on 792 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
112
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Direction indicator not working 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 7
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WYA 739W is a 1981 Yamaha DT250 in White with a 246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha DT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 13,266 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 DT250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WYA 739W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha DT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha DT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WYA 739W?

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What year was WYA 739W registered?

WYA 739W is a 1981 Yamaha DT250, first registered on 27 March 1981.

Is WYA 739W safe to buy?

The MOT history for WYA 739W shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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