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W516 SCN

2000 Yamaha XVS250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

11,855 mi
Last recorded11,855 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2023
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XVS2509,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW516 SCN
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS250
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2023 11,855 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 11,280 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 10,587 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 9,349 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2020 9,342 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 7,097 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 5,073 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.1mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 May 2017 2,958 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 2,928 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 2,910 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 2,875 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 2,818 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 2,556 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 2,537 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 6 May 2010 2,537 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2009 2,449 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2009 2,449 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2005 2,032 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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W516 SCN is a 2000 Yamaha XVS250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W516 SCN, 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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How do I check the history of W516 SCN?

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What year was W516 SCN registered?

W516 SCN is a 2000 Yamaha XVS250, first registered on 3 June 2000.

Is W516 SCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W516 SCN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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