MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
43,776 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Rear suspension bush has slight free play Swing Arm (2.4.A2a(i))
Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play Both shocks (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)
Front Rear suspension bush has slight free play Swing Arm (2.4.A2a(i))
Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play Both shocks (2.4.A2a(i))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)
Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XS250?
Based on 2,030 MOT tests across 492 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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UPK 199S is a 1978 Yamaha XS250 in Silver with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.
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 UPK 199S, 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 UPK 199S registered?
UPK 199S is a 1978 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 16 January 1978.
Is UPK 199S safe to buy?
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