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BWT 396X

1981 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,041 mi
Last recorded34,041 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD25024,129 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBWT 396X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 34,041 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 33,223 miles
Pass 22 May 2017 33,180 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 32,631 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 32,228 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 31,239 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 30,771 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 30,510 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 30,423 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2009 30,423 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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BWT 396X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BWT 396X, 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 BWT 396X registered?

BWT 396X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is BWT 396X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BWT 396X shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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