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BRF 956T

1978 Yamaha XS250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

7,249 mi
Last recorded7,249 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2019
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS25020,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBRF 956T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2019 7,249 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 7,032 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 6,817 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 6,692 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 6,691 miles

Nearside Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 6,510 miles

Nearside Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Aug 2012 6,509 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Aug 2010 6,249 miles

Front Tyre Sidewalls showing initial signs of deterioration

Offside Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake Caliper beginning to bind slightly.

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 6,195 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 6,190 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 6,180 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 6,163 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 6,127 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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BRF 956T is a 1978 Yamaha XS250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 20,638 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 BRF 956T, 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 48 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BRF 956T registered?

BRF 956T is a 1978 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 19 September 1978.

Is BRF 956T safe to buy?

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