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P823 CLS

1996 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,152 mi
Last recorded15,152 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV25013,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP823 CLS
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2015 15,152 miles

front tyre has slight cracks

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 15,132 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front tyre has slight cracks

Pass 9 May 2012 14,538 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 8 May 2012 14,537 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2011 14,154 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 12,602 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 12,595 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 12,545 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

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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P823 CLS is a 1996 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P823 CLS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P823 CLS registered?

P823 CLS is a 1996 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 1 October 1996.

Is P823 CLS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P823 CLS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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