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FYA 116Y

1982 Yamaha XT250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2023
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,486 mi
Last recorded26,486 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2022
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XT25018,850 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFYA 116Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXT250
Year1982
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc
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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2022 26,486 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 26,263 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

gear lever loose

Fail 29 May 2020 26,263 miles

Front Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (5.2.3 (k))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

gear lever loose

Pass 15 Jun 2017 25,523 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 24,243 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play some movement on bearing noticeable under braking (2.2.2)

Fail 17 Jun 2016 24,243 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey blowing at cylinder head joint (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play some movement on bearing noticeable under braking (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2015 23,447 miles

Centre Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

wheelrim/tyre on front has slight runout.

Pass 21 May 2014 23,002 miles

front tyre perished on side walls

Pass 21 May 2013 22,391 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

front tyre poor

gear lever loose

Fail 20 May 2013 22,391 miles

Rear wheel spindle loose (2.4.A.2b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

front tyre poor

gear lever loose

Pass 15 May 2012 21,940 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 15 May 2012 21,940 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 May 2011 21,420 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 21,416 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

rear sprocket loose but lock tabs fitted

Fail 15 May 2010 20,532 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 15 May 2010 20,532 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 19,902 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 19,201 miles

all indicators flashing rate close to 120

stop lamp not working on front control

Pass 20 Apr 2007 18,700 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 18,700 miles

Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 17,883 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT250?

Based on 2,832 MOT tests across 520 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
188
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Horn not working 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Direction indicator not working 18
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 16
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FYA 116Y is a 1982 Yamaha XT250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Yamaha XT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 18,850 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 XT250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FYA 116Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 44 years old, this Yamaha XT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FYA 116Y registered?

FYA 116Y is a 1982 Yamaha XT250, first registered on 5 August 1982.

Is FYA 116Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for FYA 116Y shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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