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SHR 979Y

1983 Yamaha RD250LC

Blue Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2024
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

34,629 mi
Last recorded34,629 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSHR 979Y
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250LC
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2023 34,629 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 34,382 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 34,380 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2009 34,351 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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SHR 979Y is a 1983 Yamaha RD250LC in Blue with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Yamaha RD250LC fails its MOT is registration plate incorrect, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SHR 979Y, 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 43 years old, this Yamaha RD250LC is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of SHR 979Y?

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What year was SHR 979Y registered?

SHR 979Y is a 1983 Yamaha RD250LC, first registered on 19 February 1983.

Is SHR 979Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for SHR 979Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SHR 979Y have outstanding finance?

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