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FCC 157X

1981 Yamaha RD250LC

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2023
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,145 mi
Last recorded29,145 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2022
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD250LC28,887 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFCC 157X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250LC
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2022 29,145 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 29,112 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 9 Jul 2020 29,112 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak forks, both leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Headlamp aim too far to the right kick-up to offside (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre incorrect because a radial tyre is fitted to the front and a cross-ply or bias belted tyre fitted to the rear fitted wrong way around (5.2.3 (a))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected rev's increase when steering is turned to offside (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 29,018 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 28,892 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 28,730 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2014 35,261 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD250LC?

Based on 602 MOT tests across 108 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
144
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
108
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate incorrect 3
Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute 2
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system 2
position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp 2
Direction indicators not working 2
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FCC 157X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250LC in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD250LC models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 28,887 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 RD250LC fails its MOT is registration plate incorrect, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FCC 157X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD250LC typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha RD250LC is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FCC 157X registered?

FCC 157X is a 1981 Yamaha RD250LC, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is FCC 157X safe to buy?

The MOT history for FCC 157X shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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