MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
29,164 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)
Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Offside Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XS250?
Based on 2,030 MOT tests across 492 vehicles.
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KNR 697V is a 1980 Yamaha XS250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 1980 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 20,156 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 XS250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KNR 697V, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Yamaha XS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 46 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was KNR 697V registered?
KNR 697V is a 1980 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 6 June 1980.
Is KNR 697V safe to buy?
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