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HTY 554W

1981 Yamaha RD250

White Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,686 mi
Last recorded42,686 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2024
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD25024,129 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHTY 554W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2024 42,686 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 42,685 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 42,685 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 42,649 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 42,625 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 42,601 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 63,626 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2009 63,616 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 63,616 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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HTY 554W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250 in White with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HTY 554W, 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 HTY 554W registered?

HTY 554W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is HTY 554W safe to buy?

The MOT history for HTY 554W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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