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YGF 265W

1981 Yamaha RD250

Blue Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

51,400 mi
Last recorded51,400 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD25024,129 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYGF 265W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2019 51,400 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 51,301 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 51,295 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 51,243 miles

Slight swinging arm play in bushes/bearings

Pass 17 Sep 2015 51,216 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 51,176 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 51,135 miles

Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 51,075 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 50,999 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 50,978 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2010 50,970 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 50,937 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 50,850 miles

Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 50,624 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 50,579 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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YGF 265W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250 in Blue with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.6% with a typical mileage of 24,129 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 YGF 265W, 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 45 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 YGF 265W registered?

YGF 265W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 26 March 1981.

Is YGF 265W safe to buy?

The MOT history for YGF 265W shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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