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J868 XBL

2003 Yamaha XT225

Blue Petrol 225cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

28,044 mi
Last recorded28,044 miles
Recorded on12 May 2021
Typical for 2003 Yamaha XT22517,299 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ868 XBL
MakeYamaha
ModelXT225
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine225cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 May 2021 28,044 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2019 27,964 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 27,809 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 26,581 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 26,581 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 May 2016 26,577 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 26,577 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 26,527 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 26,527 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 26,482 miles

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

Fail 25 Apr 2013 26,482 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2012 26,435 miles

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 25,578 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 25,578 miles

Rear Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

Rear Wheel corroded significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 23 Dec 2009

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2008 23,528 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 2 Dec 2008 23,528 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Wheel spoke excessively loose (4.2.1b)

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Sep 2007 21,431 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT225?

Based on 2,545 MOT tests across 247 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
437
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
247
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

wheel bearings have excessive free play 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 10
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J868 XBL is a 2003 Yamaha XT225 in Blue with a 225cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Yamaha XT225 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 17,299 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 XT225 fails its MOT is wheel bearings have excessive free play, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J868 XBL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT225 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Yamaha XT225 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J868 XBL registered?

J868 XBL is a 2003 Yamaha XT225, first registered on 21 October 2003.

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