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PBU 590W

1981 Yamaha RD200

Blue Petrol 195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,410 mi
Last recorded12,410 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2013
Typical for 1981 Yamaha RD20014,880 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBU 590W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD200
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine195cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 6 Jul 2013 12,410 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 12,095 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 11,625 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 11,204 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 10,985 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 10,645 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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PBU 590W is a 1981 Yamaha RD200 in Blue with a 195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PBU 590W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PBU 590W registered?

PBU 590W is a 1981 Yamaha RD200, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is PBU 590W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBU 590W shows 6 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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