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TSL 363S

1978 Yamaha XS250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

24,183 mi
Last recorded24,183 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS25020,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTSL 363S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 24,183 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 24,183 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Aug 2016 24,163 miles

Front Outer Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 9 Aug 2016 24,163 miles

Front Outer Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 23,463 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 20 Aug 2013 23,463 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

riders seat corrosin likely to cause insecurity or injury

vehicle identification number not legible

Fail 12 Nov 2011 23,422 miles

Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 12 Nov 2011 23,422 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS250?

Based on 2,030 MOT tests across 492 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
175
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
492
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 17
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 16
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
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TSL 363S is a 1978 Yamaha XS250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 20,638 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 XS250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TSL 363S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 48 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TSL 363S registered?

TSL 363S is a 1978 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 14 February 1978.

Is TSL 363S safe to buy?

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