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EGJ 142T

1978 Yamaha XS250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,119 mi
Last recorded28,119 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2013
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS25020,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGJ 142T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1978
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2013 28,119 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 28,098 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 28,041 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 28,041 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 28,020 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 27,954 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2008 27,932 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 27,837 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

slight corrosion on fork stanchions

Pass 29 Mar 2006 27,695 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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EGJ 142T is a 1978 Yamaha XS250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EGJ 142T, 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

How do I check the history of EGJ 142T?

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What year was EGJ 142T registered?

EGJ 142T is a 1978 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 1 August 1978.

Is EGJ 142T safe to buy?

The MOT history for EGJ 142T shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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