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ECA 540X

1981 Yamaha RD250

Black Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2018
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

4,726 mi
Last recorded4,726 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD25024,129 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECA 540X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2017 4,726 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 4,716 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 4,684 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2007 4,677 miles

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 1 Jun 2007 4,677 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear position lamp damaged and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Brake performance not tested (3.3) DANGEROUS

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d) DANGEROUS

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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ECA 540X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250 in Black with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 ECA 540X, 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 ECA 540X registered?

ECA 540X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 1 November 1981.

Is ECA 540X safe to buy?

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