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AUN 550W

1981 Yamaha XS250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

33,572 mi
Last recorded33,572 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2013
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS25021,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAUN 550W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2013 33,572 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

no indicators fitted

Pass 22 May 2012 23,328 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Fail 11 May 2012 33,271 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 9 May 2011 32,702 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 32,697 miles

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

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

split pin missing from hub support bracket

Pass 28 Jul 2008 32,358 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 32,353 miles

Nearside Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Direction indicator missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2006 31,441 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS250?

Based on 2,030 MOT tests across 492 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
175
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
492
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 17
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 16
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
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AUN 550W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 21,202 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 XS250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AUN 550W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AUN 550W registered?

AUN 550W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 1 February 1981.

Is AUN 550W safe to buy?

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