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YVW 136S

1978 Yamaha RD250

Silver Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,235 mi
Last recorded37,235 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2017
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD25020,313 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYVW 136S
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2017 37,235 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 36,797 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 36,222 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 35,445 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 34,669 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 34,027 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 32,661 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 12 Apr 2006 32,642 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.3)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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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YVW 136S is a 1978 Yamaha RD250 in Silver with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 20,313 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 YVW 136S, 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 YVW 136S?

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What year was YVW 136S registered?

YVW 136S is a 1978 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 16 June 1978.

Is YVW 136S safe to buy?

The MOT history for YVW 136S shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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