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FKR 268V

1979 Yamaha XS250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2020
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,069 mi
Last recorded34,069 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2019
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS25020,288 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFKR 268V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1979
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 19 Aug 2019 34,069 miles

Front tyre perishing

Pass 7 Sep 2018 34,004 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 33,980 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 33,959 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 33,890 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2010 33,756 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 33,563 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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FKR 268V is a 1979 Yamaha XS250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 20,288 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 FKR 268V, 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 47 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FKR 268V registered?

FKR 268V is a 1979 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 14 September 1979.

Is FKR 268V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FKR 268V shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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