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K256 NES

1998 Yamaha XT225

Blue Petrol 223cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

24,030 mi
Last recorded24,030 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2018
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XT22519,456 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK256 NES
MakeYamaha
ModelXT225
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine223cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2018 24,030 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 23,920 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 23,915 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 23,486 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2014 23,486 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 23 Nov 2012 22,340 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2011 19,589 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 24 Nov 2011 19,589 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 18,275 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 15,735 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 14,634 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 12,931 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 11,304 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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K256 NES is a 1998 Yamaha XT225 in Blue with a 223cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XT225 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 19,456 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 K256 NES, 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 28 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 K256 NES registered?

K256 NES is a 1998 Yamaha XT225, first registered on 20 November 1998.

Is K256 NES safe to buy?

The MOT history for K256 NES shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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