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GEL 879Y

1983 Yamaha XT250

White Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2024
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,005 mi
Last recorded4,005 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2023
Typical for 1983 Yamaha XT25022,186 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGEL 879Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXT250
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 28 Apr 2023 4,005 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 3,807 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 2,767 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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GEL 879Y is a 1983 Yamaha XT250 in White with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1983 Yamaha XT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 22,186 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GEL 879Y, 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 43 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 GEL 879Y registered?

GEL 879Y is a 1983 Yamaha XT250, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is GEL 879Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for GEL 879Y shows 3 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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