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PRO 20W

1980 Yamaha RD250

Blue Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

40,566 mi
Last recorded40,566 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 1980 Yamaha RD25022,534 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPRO 20W
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc
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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 40,566 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 40,553 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 40,521 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 40,473 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 40,255 miles

front brake disc had oil on .

Pass 10 Jul 2014 40,018 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 39,843 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 39,725 miles

registration plate may not conform to latest regulations.

Pass 14 Jul 2011 39,667 miles

rear brake binding slightly.

Pass 20 Jul 2010 39,572 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 39,516 miles

Registration plate may not conform to the lastest regulations.

Fail 30 Jul 2008 39,366 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

rear brake pads wearing unevenly

Pass 30 Jul 2008 39,366 miles

rear brake pads wearing unevenly

Pass 21 Jul 2007 39,342 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 39,261 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 39,131 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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PRO 20W is a 1980 Yamaha RD250 in Blue with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 22,534 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 PRO 20W, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PRO 20W registered?

PRO 20W is a 1980 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 6 August 1980.

Is PRO 20W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PRO 20W shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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