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N205 HNW

1996 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

12,635 mi
Last recorded12,635 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV25013,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN205 HNW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2023 12,635 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 12,606 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 12,388 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 12,379 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 23 Apr 2015 12,379 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 12,217 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 11,983 miles

Front Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 15 Aug 2008 11,980 miles

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

Front Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 11,785 miles

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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N205 HNW is a 1996 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 13,782 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 N205 HNW, 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 30 years old, this Yamaha XV250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N205 HNW registered?

N205 HNW is a 1996 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 22 March 1996.

Is N205 HNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N205 HNW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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