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P279 BSA

1996 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

16,673 mi
Last recorded16,673 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV25013,782 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP279 BSA
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 16,673 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 15,353 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 14,006 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 21 Jul 2021 14,006 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 11,926 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 9,570 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2016 9,501 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2015 9,418 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 9,272 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 8,982 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 8,207 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 8,141 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 7,972 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 7,755 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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P279 BSA is a 1996 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P279 BSA, 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 P279 BSA registered?

P279 BSA is a 1996 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 18 September 1996.

Is P279 BSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P279 BSA shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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