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GFB 676W

1981 Yamaha RD250

Black Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,432 mi
Last recorded75,432 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2012
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD25024,129 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGFB 676W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2012 75,432 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 74,870 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2011 74,870 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn control defective (1.7.2a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a) DANGEROUS

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

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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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GFB 676W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250 in Black with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GFB 676W, 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 GFB 676W registered?

GFB 676W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 31 December 1981.

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The MOT history for GFB 676W shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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