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Y897 BJT

2001 Yamaha XVS250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

5,844 mi
Last recorded5,844 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2024
Typical for 2001 Yamaha XVS2509,782 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY897 BJT
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS250
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2024 5,844 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 5,843 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 5,655 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 4,992 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 3,924 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 2,425 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 2,401 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 2,391 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 2,365 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2011 2,365 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 2,310 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 2,194 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 1,865 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 1,062 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2005 354 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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Y897 BJT is a 2001 Yamaha XVS250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 2001 Yamaha XVS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 9,782 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 Y897 BJT, 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 25 years old, this Yamaha XVS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y897 BJT registered?

Y897 BJT is a 2001 Yamaha XVS250, first registered on 4 June 2001.

Is Y897 BJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y897 BJT shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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