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VAV 22S

1978 Yamaha RD200

Blue Petrol 195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2012
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,941 mi
Last recorded17,941 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2011
Typical for 1978 Yamaha RD20017,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAV 22S
MakeYamaha
ModelRD200
Year1978
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine195cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2011 17,941 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2011 17,941 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 17,888 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 15 Sep 2009 17,888 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

How Reliable is the Yamaha RD200?

Based on 1,240 MOT tests across 305 vehicles.

87.4%
Pass Rate
139
Miles/Year
51
Year Lifespan
305
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Direction indicator not working 8
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 6
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 6
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam 5
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VAV 22S is a 1978 Yamaha RD200 in Blue with a 195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha RD200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 17,836 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 RD200 fails its MOT is direction indicator not working, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VAV 22S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha RD200 typically stays on UK roads for around 51 years. At 48 years old, this Yamaha RD200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VAV 22S registered?

VAV 22S is a 1978 Yamaha RD200, first registered on 1 June 1978.

Is VAV 22S safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAV 22S shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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