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J344 RTT

2003 Yamaha XV250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

33,402 mi
Last recorded33,402 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XV25013,205 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ344 RTT
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 33,402 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 32,550 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 May 2010 32,186 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)

Fail 14 Jun 2007 31,964 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Headlamp dipped beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Headlamp main beam affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.2c)

Rear Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 31,964 miles

Rear Brake cable slightly corroded (3.2.A1b)

Fail 14 Aug 2006 31,937 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2005 31,005 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2005 30,982 miles

Centre Front Headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Centre Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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J344 RTT is a 2003 Yamaha XV250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 13,205 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 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 J344 RTT, 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 23 years old, this Yamaha XV250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J344 RTT registered?

J344 RTT is a 2003 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 11 August 2003.

Is J344 RTT safe to buy?

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