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BDV 320Y

1982 Yamaha XT250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,127 mi
Last recorded20,127 miles
Recorded on19 May 2022
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XT25018,850 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBDV 320Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXT250
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2022 20,127 miles
Fail 19 May 2022 20,127 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2016 19,939 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 19,591 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2014 19,246 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Pass 1 Mar 2013 19,036 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 18,868 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 18,868 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 18,609 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly bent. (4.2.1b)

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 3 Mar 2010 18,401 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 18,095 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 28 Feb 2008 17,738 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 28 Feb 2008 17,738 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2007 17,517 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 17,354 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT250?

Based on 2,832 MOT tests across 520 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
188
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Horn not working 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Direction indicator not working 18
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 16
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BDV 320Y is a 1982 Yamaha XT250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 18,850 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 XT250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BDV 320Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 44 years old, this Yamaha XT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BDV 320Y registered?

BDV 320Y is a 1982 Yamaha XT250, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is BDV 320Y safe to buy?

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