CarVerify

Free Car Check

P956 UUB

1996 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

3,301 mi
Last recorded3,301 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Yamaha XV25013,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP956 UUB
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2025 3,301 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 3,286 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 3,270 miles
Pass 11 May 2023 3,261 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 3,197 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 3,099 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 3,085 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 3,079 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2010 3,079 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 2,781 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 2,393 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2007 2,393 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)

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
Full Yamaha XV250 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P956 UUB is a 1996 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Yamaha XV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 13,782 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 P956 UUB, 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

How do I check the history of P956 UUB?

You can check the full history of P956 UUB by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P956 UUB registered?

P956 UUB is a 1996 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 30 November 1996.

Is P956 UUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P956 UUB shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P956 UUB have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P956 UUB. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.