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BHS 538X

1981 Yamaha XS250

Orange Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2020
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

10,729 mi
Last recorded10,729 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS25021,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHS 538X
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1981
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2019 10,729 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Both fork stanchions corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Horn slightly loose Horn button poorly repaired (7.7 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear brake arm angle over 90 degrees

Fail 12 Dec 2019 10,729 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Both fork stanchions corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Horn slightly loose Horn button poorly repaired (7.7 (b))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear brake arm angle over 90 degrees

Pass 25 Oct 2018 10,708 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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BHS 538X is a 1981 Yamaha XS250 in Orange with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BHS 538X, 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 BHS 538X registered?

BHS 538X is a 1981 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 24 September 1981.

Is BHS 538X safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHS 538X shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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