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HWV 589X

1982 Yamaha XT250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,290 mi
Last recorded79,290 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 1982 Yamaha XT25018,850 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHWV 589X
MakeYamaha
ModelXT250
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 79,290 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2026 79,290 miles

Fuel cap leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 79,285 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 79,282 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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HWV 589X is a 1982 Yamaha XT250 in White 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 HWV 589X, 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 HWV 589X?

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What year was HWV 589X registered?

HWV 589X is a 1982 Yamaha XT250, first registered on 19 March 1982.

Is HWV 589X safe to buy?

The MOT history for HWV 589X 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.

Does HWV 589X have outstanding finance?

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