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MED 186W

1980 Yamaha XS

Blue Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,046 mi
Last recorded30,046 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2012
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS27,228 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMED 186W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS
Year1980
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2012 30,046 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Nov 2011 29,249 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Nov 2010 28,654 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 28,647 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2009 28,045 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 27,455 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 26,880 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 26,323 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2005 25,766 miles

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 XS?

Based on 1,297 MOT tests across 219 vehicles.

82.9%
Pass Rate
330
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
219
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 12
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
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MED 186W is a 1980 Yamaha XS in Blue with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XS models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.8% with a typical mileage of 27,228 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 15 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MED 186W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 46 years old, this Yamaha XS is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MED 186W registered?

MED 186W is a 1980 Yamaha XS, first registered on 3 September 1980.

Is MED 186W safe to buy?

The MOT history for MED 186W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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