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FNH 305T

1979 Yamaha XS250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,574 mi
Last recorded18,574 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2008
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS25020,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFNH 305T
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 19 Jan 2008 18,574 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 18,471 miles

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

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

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

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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FNH 305T is a 1979 Yamaha XS250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 FNH 305T, 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 FNH 305T registered?

FNH 305T is a 1979 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 2 March 1979.

Is FNH 305T safe to buy?

The MOT history for FNH 305T shows 2 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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