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MBW 262W

1981 Yamaha RD200

Black Petrol 195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,850 mi
Last recorded14,850 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2013
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD20014,880 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMBW 262W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD200
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine195cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2013 14,850 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 14,122 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 14,122 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2011 13,864 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 13,111 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 12,728 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD200?

Based on 1,240 MOT tests across 305 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
139
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
305
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 6
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
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MBW 262W is a 1981 Yamaha RD200 in Black with a 195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha RD200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.1% with a typical mileage of 14,880 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 RD200 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MBW 262W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD200 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha RD200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MBW 262W registered?

MBW 262W is a 1981 Yamaha RD200, first registered on 23 March 1981.

Is MBW 262W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MBW 262W shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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