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R587 GMW

1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2014
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S12,227 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR587 GMW
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 250 S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2013
Fail 16 Apr 2013 34,389 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Switchgear wiring unsupported on handlebars.

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 33,982 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 33,976 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Handlebar mounting clamp bolt loose (2.1.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Rear Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 33,217 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 26,647 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2008 22,762 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 21,382 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 5 Jan 2007 21,368 miles

Centre Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2005 18,579 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv 250 S?

Based on 1,012 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Drive chain excessively loose 6
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R587 GMW is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 12,227 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 Xv 250 S fails its MOT is exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R587 GMW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv 250 S typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Xv 250 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R587 GMW registered?

R587 GMW is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S, first registered on 21 May 1998.

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The MOT history for R587 GMW shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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