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VRC 208Y

1982 Yamaha RD200

Red Petrol 195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2021
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,963 mi
Last recorded18,963 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2020
Typical for 1982 Yamaha RD20017,258 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVRC 208Y
MakeYamaha
ModelRD200
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine195cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2020 18,963 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 18,149 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2016 18,149 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 17,928 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 17,891 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 16,629 miles

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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VRC 208Y is a 1982 Yamaha RD200 in Red with a 195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha RD200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 17,258 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 VRC 208Y, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha RD200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VRC 208Y?

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What year was VRC 208Y registered?

VRC 208Y is a 1982 Yamaha RD200, first registered on 23 August 1982.

Is VRC 208Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for VRC 208Y shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VRC 208Y have outstanding finance?

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