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DS55 LGW

2006 Yamaha XV250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,961 mi
Last recorded29,961 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS55 LGW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Jun 2026 29,961 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fork stanchions slightly corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 May 2025 29,638 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 May 2024 29,327 miles
Pass 30 May 2023 28,838 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 28,635 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 28,437 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 28,237 miles

Central Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV250?

Based on 5,249 MOT tests across 526 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
526
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 58
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 54
Drive chain excessively loose 33
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 25
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DS55 LGW is a 2006 Yamaha XV250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XV250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS55 LGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 20 years old, this Yamaha XV250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DS55 LGW registered?

DS55 LGW is a 2006 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 31 December 2006.

Is DS55 LGW safe to buy?

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