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KEF 613W

1981 Yamaha XS250

Blue Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

21 mi
Last recorded21 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS25021,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKEF 613W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 21 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 2 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Mirror not present

Fail 21 Dec 2020 2 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Mirror not present

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Oct 2019 64 miles

All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp POSITION BIT CLOSE TO ALL LIGHTS (4.4.3 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel tank slightly loose AT REAR UNDER SEAT (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 14 Aug 2019 44 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords TYRE PERRISHED (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Headlamp aim too high BEAMS WRONG WAY ROUND (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake component insecure FRONT ANCOR ARM BOLT LOOSE AND NO LOCKING DEVICE (1.1.21 (c))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake rod insecure LOCK NUT ON ROD AT FRONT (1.1.15 (c))

Rear Brake rod insecure LOCKING DEVICE ON FIXING NEEDED (1.1.15 (c))

Steering linkage locking device missing BOTH REAR CHAIN ADJUSTER LOCK NUTS MISSING (2.1.3 (d))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 1 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 18,782 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 18,764 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 17 Jun 2015 18,764 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS250?

Based on 2,030 MOT tests across 492 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
175
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
492
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 17
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 16
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
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KEF 613W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250 in Blue with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 21,202 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 XS250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KEF 613W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KEF 613W registered?

KEF 613W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 10 February 1981.

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