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N618 DOO

1996 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

10,005 mi
Last recorded10,005 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV25013,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN618 DOO
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 10,005 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 9,983 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 9,961 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 9,920 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 9,715 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 9,273 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 8,520 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 8,435 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 8,332 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2016 8,332 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 8,298 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 8,154 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2014 8,083 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2013 8,059 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 8,059 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 7,958 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 7,723 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 7,380 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 7,330 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2009 7,330 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Feb 2008 6,525 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 4,770 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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N618 DOO is a 1996 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N618 DOO, 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 N618 DOO registered?

N618 DOO is a 1996 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 25 March 1996.

Is N618 DOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for N618 DOO shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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