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XBL 189T

1978 Yamaha RD250

Blue Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

12,810 mi
Last recorded12,810 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD25020,313 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXBL 189T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2018 12,810 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 12,810 miles

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2016 12,763 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 12,729 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2015 12,729 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 12,479 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 12,479 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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XBL 189T 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 57.1%.

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 XBL 189T, 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 XBL 189T?

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What year was XBL 189T registered?

XBL 189T is a 1978 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 29 September 1978.

Is XBL 189T safe to buy?

The MOT history for XBL 189T shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XBL 189T have outstanding finance?

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