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DKH 231T

1978 Yamaha XS250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

15,079 mi
Last recorded15,079 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2013
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS25020,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDKH 231T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2013 15,079 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 11,674 miles

advise front tyre showing sign of degrading on side walls

Pass 29 Aug 2008 10,804 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 10,804 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 9,971 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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DKH 231T is a 1978 Yamaha XS250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DKH 231T, 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 DKH 231T registered?

DKH 231T is a 1978 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 15 December 1978.

Is DKH 231T safe to buy?

The MOT history for DKH 231T shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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