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XDU 750S

1978 Yamaha RD250

Blue Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,761 mi
Last recorded26,761 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2007
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD25020,313 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXDU 750S
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 Jul 2007 26,761 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel spindle loose (2.3.5a)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 26,761 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 25,447 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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XDU 750S is a 1978 Yamaha RD250 in Blue with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 XDU 750S, 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 XDU 750S?

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What year was XDU 750S registered?

XDU 750S is a 1978 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 16 May 1978.

Is XDU 750S safe to buy?

The MOT history for XDU 750S shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does XDU 750S have outstanding finance?

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