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J981 TEC

1991 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

16,939 mi
Last recorded16,939 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ981 TEC
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2009 16,939 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2009 16,939 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Sep 2008 12,979 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 12,979 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV250?

Based on 5,249 MOT tests across 526 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
526
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 58
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 54
Drive chain excessively loose 33
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 25
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J981 TEC is a 1991 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XV250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J981 TEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 35 years old, this Yamaha XV250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J981 TEC registered?

J981 TEC is a 1991 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is J981 TEC safe to buy?

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