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XEC 645Y

1983 Yamaha RD250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

931 mi
Last recorded931 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2023
Typical for 1983 Yamaha RD25022,106 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXEC 645Y
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2023 931 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2023 914 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2021 870 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 859 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 804 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 774 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 589 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 414 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 244 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 18 Aug 2014 244 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 36 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 14 Apr 2012 37,425 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 37,168 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 29,155 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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XEC 645Y is a 1983 Yamaha RD250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 22,106 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 XEC 645Y, 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 43 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 XEC 645Y registered?

XEC 645Y is a 1983 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is XEC 645Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for XEC 645Y shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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