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S84 URT

1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

26,831 mi
Last recorded26,831 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2020
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S12,227 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS84 URT
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 250 S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2020 26,831 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 26,470 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake drum worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 26,224 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 25,896 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rust on frame and swing arm.

Fail 8 Jul 2017 25,859 miles

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

rust on frame and swing arm.

Pass 4 Jul 2016 25,642 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2015 25,309 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 23,759 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 21,514 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 19,507 miles

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

rear tyre perished/cracking

Pass 5 Jul 2011 17,376 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2010 15,375 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 14,444 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

front tyre perished/cracking

Pass 24 Jun 2008 13,136 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 13,132 miles

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2007 11,564 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 10,324 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 10,324 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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S84 URT is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S84 URT, 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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S84 URT is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S, first registered on 1 November 1998.

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