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YLP 140X

1982 Yamaha RD250

Yellow Petrol 247cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2023
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

12,566 mi
Last recorded12,566 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2022
Typical for 1982 Yamaha RD25025,035 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYLP 140X
MakeYamaha
ModelRD250
Year1982
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine247cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2022 12,566 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2020 12,451 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 12,193 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 13,110 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 12,942 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 12,942 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 12,452 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 12,065 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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YLP 140X is a 1982 Yamaha RD250 in Yellow with a 247cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha RD250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.7% with a typical mileage of 25,035 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 YLP 140X, 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 44 years old, this Yamaha RD250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YLP 140X?

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What year was YLP 140X registered?

YLP 140X is a 1982 Yamaha RD250, first registered on 17 June 1982.

Is YLP 140X safe to buy?

The MOT history for YLP 140X shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YLP 140X have outstanding finance?

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