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UKP 857S

1977 Yamaha RD250

Yellow Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,165 mi
Last recorded18,165 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2017
Typical for 1977 Yamaha RD25022,305 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUKP 857S
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1977
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 Mar 2017 18,165 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 18,143 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Sep 2013 17,995 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 17,638 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 17,417 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 17,054 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 16,908 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 16,572 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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UKP 857S is a 1977 Yamaha RD250 in Yellow with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UKP 857S, 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 UKP 857S registered?

UKP 857S is a 1977 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 15 September 1977.

Is UKP 857S safe to buy?

The MOT history for UKP 857S shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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