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YAB 30W

1980 Yamaha RD200

Red Petrol 195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,800 mi
Last recorded30,800 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD20019,278 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYAB 30W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD200
Year1980
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine195cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2019 30,800 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 29,933 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 Mar 2014 29,932 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

front and rear tyres in poor condition

Pass 10 Oct 2007 29,890 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD200?

Based on 1,240 MOT tests across 305 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
139
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
305
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 6
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
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YAB 30W is a 1980 Yamaha RD200 in Red with a 195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha RD200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 19,278 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 RD200 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YAB 30W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD200 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 46 years old, this Yamaha RD200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YAB 30W registered?

YAB 30W is a 1980 Yamaha RD200, first registered on 1 September 1980.

Is YAB 30W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YAB 30W shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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