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KLM 557V

1979 Yamaha XS250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

20,200 mi
Last recorded20,200 miles
Recorded on5 May 2010
Typical for 1979 Yamaha XS25020,288 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKLM 557V
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1979
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2010 20,200 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 20,200 miles

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

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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KLM 557V is a 1979 Yamaha XS250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1979 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 20,288 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 KLM 557V, 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 47 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 KLM 557V registered?

KLM 557V is a 1979 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 16 November 1979.

Is KLM 557V safe to buy?

The MOT history for KLM 557V shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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