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TJJ 294T

1977 Yamaha RD250

Yellow Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2013
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78 mi
Last recorded78 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2012
Typical for 1977 Yamaha RD25022,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTJJ 294T
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2012 78 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 1 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2011 1 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

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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TJJ 294T is a 1977 Yamaha RD250 in Yellow with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TJJ 294T, 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.

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What year was TJJ 294T registered?

TJJ 294T is a 1977 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 1 December 1977.

Is TJJ 294T safe to buy?

The MOT history for TJJ 294T shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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