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TCS 741S

1977 Yamaha RD250

Yellow Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

34,059 mi
Last recorded34,059 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2018
Typical for 1977 Yamaha RD25022,305 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTCS 741S
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2018 34,059 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 32,860 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 32,603 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 31,585 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 30,623 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2012 28,510 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 27,827 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 27,123 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2009 26,790 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2009 26,774 miles

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2006 24,982 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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TCS 741S is a 1977 Yamaha RD250 in Yellow with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1977 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 22,305 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 TCS 741S, 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 49 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was TCS 741S registered?

TCS 741S is a 1977 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 14 September 1977.

Is TCS 741S safe to buy?

The MOT history for TCS 741S shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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