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EML 465V

1980 Yamaha XS250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2015
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

33,747 mi
Last recorded33,747 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2014
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS25020,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEML 465V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2014 33,747 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

no chain guard fitted

Pass 28 May 2013 33,714 miles

exhausts rusty/damaged SLIGHT leaks joins RE-SEAL/frame swinging arm rusty//DAMAGE 0/s FRONT indicator lens REPLACE taped over/fuel cap washer perished

Fail 24 May 2013 33,714 miles

Offside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.1a)

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

0/s REAR footrest SEIZED de seize lub

exhausts rusty/damaged SLIGHT leaks joins RE-SEAL/frame swinging arm rusty//DAMAGE 0/s FRONT indicator lens REPLACE taped over/fuel cap washer perished

Pass 24 May 2012 33,674 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 30,076 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2007 30,076 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 29,971 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2006 29,971 miles

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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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EML 465V is a 1980 Yamaha XS250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 20,156 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 EML 465V, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EML 465V registered?

EML 465V is a 1980 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 26 March 1980.

Is EML 465V safe to buy?

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