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W837 NWB

2000 Yamaha XVS250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,714 mi
Last recorded22,714 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2010
Typical for 2000 Yamaha XVS2509,168 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW837 NWB
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS250
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2010 22,714 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2010 22,714 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 22,661 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2008 22,389 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 19,853 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 19,798 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Dec 2005 16,366 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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W837 NWB is a 2000 Yamaha XVS250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 W837 NWB, 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 W837 NWB registered?

W837 NWB is a 2000 Yamaha XVS250, first registered on 15 August 2000.

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