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ECA 554X

1981 Yamaha RD250

Blue Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2014
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,711 mi
Last recorded33,711 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2013
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD25024,129 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECA 554X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2013 33,711 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 33,516 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 33,362 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 33,215 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 32,976 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 32,790 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 32,759 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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ECA 554X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250 in Blue with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 ECA 554X, 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

How do I check the history of ECA 554X?

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What year was ECA 554X registered?

ECA 554X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 1 December 1981.

Is ECA 554X safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECA 554X shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ECA 554X have outstanding finance?

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