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R426 KDS

1997 Yamaha XVS250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

6,813 mi
Last recorded6,813 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS2505,966 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR426 KDS
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2023 6,813 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2023 6,811 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 May 2022 6,793 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 6,747 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 6,636 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 6,483 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 6,217 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 5,979 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 5,954 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2014 5,913 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 5,800 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 5,663 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 5,564 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 5,401 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 5,232 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 5,197 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 4,929 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS250?

Based on 2,692 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
333
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Horn not working 11
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R426 KDS is a 1997 Yamaha XVS250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XVS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 5,966 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XVS250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R426 KDS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XVS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R426 KDS registered?

R426 KDS is a 1997 Yamaha XVS250, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R426 KDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R426 KDS shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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