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EYC 310T

1978 Yamaha XS250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2024
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2 mi
Last recorded2 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2023
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS25020,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEYC 310T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1978
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2023 2 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 18,677 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

one front fender bolt is missing ,(but secure).

Fail 9 Sep 2013 18,673 miles

Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake master cylinder fluid level dangerously low (3.2.B1d)

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

Rear Tyre valve stem misaligned which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

one front fender mounting bolt broken in fork leg- fender firm and secure.

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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EYC 310T is a 1978 Yamaha XS250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EYC 310T, 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.

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What year was EYC 310T registered?

EYC 310T is a 1978 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 23 October 1978.

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