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E983 JHJ

1988 Yamaha XVS250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

12,034 mi
Last recorded12,034 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE983 JHJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS250
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2012 12,034 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2012 12,032 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

rear brake sticking on

front caliper is leaking fluid from bleed niple

gear lever is insure

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS250?

Based on 2,692 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
333
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Horn not working 11
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E983 JHJ is a 1988 Yamaha XVS250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XVS250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E983 JHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 38 years old, this Yamaha XVS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E983 JHJ registered?

E983 JHJ is a 1988 Yamaha XVS250, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E983 JHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E983 JHJ shows 2 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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