MOT Status
ValidMileage
18,941 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
forks pitted
Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
forks pitted
spokes rusty
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
spokes rusty
spokes rusty
Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
spokes rusty
Spokes rusty
Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
Spokes rusty
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))
Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)
Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)
Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)
Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)
Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)
Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)
Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XV250?
Based on 5,249 MOT tests across 526 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P553 MCA is a 1996 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69%.
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 P553 MCA, 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 P553 MCA registered?
P553 MCA is a 1996 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 10 September 1996.
Is P553 MCA safe to buy?
The MOT history for P553 MCA shows 29 tests with a 69% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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