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R812 JWR

1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2023
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

23,804 mi
Last recorded23,804 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S14,840 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR812 JWR
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 250 S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2022 23,804 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Apr 2022 23,793 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 22,895 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Jul 2013 22,123 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 12 Jul 2013 22,123 miles

Brake lever is damaged but the brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 May 2011 21,353 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 20,659 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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R812 JWR is a 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 14,840 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 R812 JWR, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Xv 250 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R812 JWR is a 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S, first registered on 6 October 1997.

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