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V811 LFJ

2000 Yamaha XVS250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

17,518 mi
Last recorded17,518 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XVS2509,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV811 LFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS250
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 17,518 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 17,382 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 17,275 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 17,042 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Aug 2017 17,039 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2016 17,000 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2015 16,833 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 16,746 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 16,194 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 15,575 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 15,362 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 13,557 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2009 13,512 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 11,401 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 26 Jun 2008 11,391 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Stop lamp does not emit a steady light (1.3.1b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2007 9,862 miles

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

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 8,913 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS250?

Based on 2,692 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
333
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Horn not working 11
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V811 LFJ is a 2000 Yamaha XVS250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2000 Yamaha XVS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 9,168 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XVS250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V811 LFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Yamaha XVS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V811 LFJ registered?

V811 LFJ is a 2000 Yamaha XVS250, first registered on 5 January 2000.

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