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H27 KAV

1993 Yamaha XV250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

27,404 mi
Last recorded27,404 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH27 KAV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2025 27,404 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 27,370 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 27,255 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 5 Jun 2020 27,242 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Headlamp aim too high Kick-up to right (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure Locking clip missing (6.2.12 (a))

Offside Lower Brake rod insecure Locking clip missing (1.1.15 (c))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure Locking clip missing (6.2.12 (a))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2008 27,021 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 26,821 miles

Clutch cable frayed

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2006 26,752 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 21 Aug 2006 26,752 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 23 Aug 2005 26,446 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2005 26,446 miles

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

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV250?

Based on 5,249 MOT tests across 526 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
526
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 58
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 54
Drive chain excessively loose 33
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 25
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H27 KAV is a 1993 Yamaha XV250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XV250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H27 KAV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 33 years old, this Yamaha XV250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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H27 KAV is a 1993 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 1 September 1993.

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