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W285 XCR

2000 Yamaha XVS250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

14,590 mi
Last recorded14,590 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XVS2509,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW285 XCR
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS250
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 14,590 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 13,978 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 13,657 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 13,598 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 12,640 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 11,996 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 11,996 miles

Central Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 11,632 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 11,361 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 11,293 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 10,626 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 9,548 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 8,554 miles

front brake pads worn

rear number plate damaged

Pass 10 May 2013 7,694 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 6,815 miles

Number plate damaged

Pass 21 Apr 2011 6,415 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 5,768 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 5,405 miles

front tyre perished

Pass 16 Apr 2008 3,568 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 3,136 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2007 3,136 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 3,135 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 2,376 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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W285 XCR is a 2000 Yamaha XVS250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 W285 XCR, 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.

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What year was W285 XCR registered?

W285 XCR is a 2000 Yamaha XVS250, first registered on 18 May 2000.

Is W285 XCR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W285 XCR shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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