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RLD 477W

1980 Yamaha XS250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,660 mi
Last recorded22,660 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2016
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS25020,156 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRLD 477W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2016 22,660 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 22,426 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 22,398 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 11 Jul 2011 22,398 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 28 Aug 2009 22,379 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 22,360 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 22,342 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 22,339 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS250?

Based on 2,030 MOT tests across 492 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
175
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
492
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 17
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 16
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
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RLD 477W is a 1980 Yamaha XS250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 20,156 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RLD 477W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 46 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RLD 477W registered?

RLD 477W is a 1980 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 31 December 1980.

Is RLD 477W safe to buy?

The MOT history for RLD 477W shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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