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DGV 468T

1978 Yamaha XS250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

31,078 mi
Last recorded31,078 miles
Recorded on8 May 2014
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS25020,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDGV 468T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2014 31,078 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 31,078 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Pass 23 Feb 2008 31,077 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 30,764 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2007 30,764 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

FUEL TANK BECOMING INSECURE

Pass 25 Apr 2006 25,075 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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DGV 468T is a 1978 Yamaha XS250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DGV 468T, 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.

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What year was DGV 468T registered?

DGV 468T is a 1978 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 14 November 1978.

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