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VVL 795W

1981 Yamaha XT250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

22,077 mi
Last recorded22,077 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2009
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XT25017,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVVL 795W
MakeYamaha
ModelXT250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 24 Apr 2009 22,077 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 22,077 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT250?

Based on 2,832 MOT tests across 520 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
188
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Horn not working 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Direction indicator not working 18
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 16
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VVL 795W is a 1981 Yamaha XT250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 17,820 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 XT250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VVL 795W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VVL 795W?

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What year was VVL 795W registered?

VVL 795W is a 1981 Yamaha XT250, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is VVL 795W safe to buy?

The MOT history for VVL 795W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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