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RJJ 829S

1978 Yamaha DT250

White Petrol 246cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2016
Tests18 (9 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

13,606 mi
Last recorded13,606 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2015
Typical for 1978 Yamaha DT25011,987 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJJ 829S
MakeYamaha
ModelDT250
Year1978
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine246cc

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MOT History

9 pass 9 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2015 13,606 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2015 13,606 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 16 Aug 2014 13,452 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 13,452 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 13,214 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 13,214 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 12,754 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 12,314 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 12,314 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 12,305 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2009 12,305 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 13 May 2008 12,305 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2008 12,305 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 12,278 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 13 Jan 2007 12,278 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

All position lamps slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 31 Oct 2006 12,278 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 9 Jan 2006 12,272 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2006 12,272 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha DT250?

Based on 792 MOT tests across 196 vehicles.

82.7%
Pass Rate
112
Miles/Year
50
Year Lifespan
196
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 13
Direction indicator not working 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 7
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 7
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RJJ 829S is a 1978 Yamaha DT250 in White with a 246cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha DT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 11,987 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 DT250 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 13 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJJ 829S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha DT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 50 years. At 48 years old, this Yamaha DT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RJJ 829S registered?

RJJ 829S is a 1978 Yamaha DT250, first registered on 1 April 1978.

Is RJJ 829S safe to buy?

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