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ECR 229W

1981 Yamaha XS250

Maroon Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

25,096 mi
Last recorded25,096 miles
Recorded on28 May 2012
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS25021,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECR 229W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1981
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2012 25,096 miles

Centre stand secured incorrectly

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 May 2012 25,096 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Centre stand secured incorrectly

Pass 21 Apr 2011 24,577 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2011 24,569 miles

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Exhaust Leaking From Header and Silencer Joint

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Throttle Slightly Sticking

Pass 25 Jan 2010 23,771 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

center stand held up by rubber strap

Pass 27 Sep 2008 22,964 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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ECR 229W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250 in Maroon with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 ECR 229W, 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 ECR 229W registered?

ECR 229W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 24 March 1981.

Is ECR 229W safe to buy?

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