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V205 DJC

1999 Yamaha Xv 250 S

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

9,336 mi
Last recorded9,336 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Yamaha Xv 250 S13,512 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV205 DJC
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 250 S
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 9,336 miles

Drive chain slightly tight chain has tights spots (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 Jun 2025 9,336 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly tight chain has tights spots (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 8,711 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 8,628 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 May 2023 8,606 miles

Offside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 8,478 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 8,080 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 10 Mar 2021 8,076 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 6,119 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 2,663 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 2,660 miles

Rear Drive Chain showimg signs of surface corrosion.

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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V205 DJC is a 1999 Yamaha Xv 250 S in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1999 Yamaha Xv 250 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 13,512 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 V205 DJC, 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 27 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 V205 DJC registered?

V205 DJC is a 1999 Yamaha Xv 250 S, first registered on 19 October 1999.

Is V205 DJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for V205 DJC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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