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N812 LWU

1996 Yamaha XV250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

13,087 mi
Last recorded13,087 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV25013,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN812 LWU
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 13,087 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2026 13,087 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 29 May 2024 9,048 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 8,994 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 7,636 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Fail 30 Sep 2009 7,636 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2008 6,612 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Aug 2008 6,612 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2006 3,946 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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N812 LWU is a 1996 Yamaha XV250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N812 LWU, 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 N812 LWU registered?

N812 LWU is a 1996 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 6 June 1996.

Is N812 LWU safe to buy?

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