MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
16,673 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))
Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XV250?
Based on 5,249 MOT tests across 526 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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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