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FVR 159V

1979 Yamaha XS250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,164 mi
Last recorded21,164 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2018
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS25020,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFVR 159V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1979
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 4 Oct 2018 21,164 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 20,622 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 20,458 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 20,093 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 19,579 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 18,868 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 18,229 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 17,023 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 16,197 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 15,522 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 14,506 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 13,762 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 11,942 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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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FVR 159V is a 1979 Yamaha XS250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 FVR 159V, 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 FVR 159V registered?

FVR 159V is a 1979 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 12 September 1979.

Is FVR 159V safe to buy?

The MOT history for FVR 159V shows 13 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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