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HBA 293Y

1982 Yamaha XT250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,417 mi
Last recorded24,417 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2014
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XT25018,850 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHBA 293Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXT250
Year1982
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2014 24,417 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 24,387 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 23,833 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 23,006 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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HBA 293Y is a 1982 Yamaha XT250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HBA 293Y, 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

How do I check the history of HBA 293Y?

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What year was HBA 293Y registered?

HBA 293Y is a 1982 Yamaha XT250, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is HBA 293Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HBA 293Y shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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