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GNL 771W

1981 Yamaha XS250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

17,741 mi
Last recorded17,741 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2020
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS25021,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGNL 771W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2020 17,741 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2020 17,741 miles

Stop lamp not working off front brake control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 17,514 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 16,783 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 16,509 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2013 17,896 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 17,511 miles

Slight perishing in front tyre tread.

Pass 4 May 2010 17,495 miles

Slight perishing in front tyre tread

Pass 10 Mar 2009 17,477 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 17,359 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

slight perishing to sidewall of front tyre

Fail 28 Mar 2008 17,359 miles

Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

slight perishing to sidewall of front tyre

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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GNL 771W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 21,202 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 GNL 771W, 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 45 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 GNL 771W registered?

GNL 771W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 30 March 1981.

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