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F176 EVG

1996 Yamaha XT225

Red Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

26,682 mi
Last recorded26,682 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XT22518,453 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF176 EVG
MakeYamaha
ModelXT225
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 26,682 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 26,710 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 26,682 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 26,599 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 26,582 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 26,989 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 26,128 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016
Pass 27 May 2011 25,078 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 17 May 2011 25,078 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 24,647 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

throttle a bit sticky

Fail 3 Nov 2009 24,647 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

throttle a bit sticky

Pass 18 Sep 2008 23,362 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 17 Sep 2008 23,362 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

clutch clamp a bit loose

Pass 2 Jun 2007 22,223 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 21,267 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 21,214 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT225?

Based on 2,545 MOT tests across 247 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
437
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
247
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
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F176 EVG is a 1996 Yamaha XT225 in Red with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XT225 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 18,453 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 XT225 fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F176 EVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT225 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Yamaha XT225 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F176 EVG registered?

F176 EVG is a 1996 Yamaha XT225, first registered on 22 November 1996.

Is F176 EVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F176 EVG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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