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OBW 982W

1981 Yamaha RD250LC

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,900 mi
Last recorded37,900 miles
Recorded on29 May 2021
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD250LC28,887 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOBW 982W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250LC
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 29 May 2021 37,900 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 37,844 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 37,780 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 37,717 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 37,624 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 37,571 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 37,454 miles

Front tyre side wall slightly perished.

Rear tyre side wall slightly perished.

Pass 15 Apr 2014 37,372 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 37,219 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 36,716 miles

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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OBW 982W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250LC in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha RD250LC fails its MOT is registration plate incorrect, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OBW 982W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OBW 982W registered?

OBW 982W is a 1981 Yamaha RD250LC, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is OBW 982W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OBW 982W shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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