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LMH 839W

1981 Yamaha XT250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2013
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

21,033 mi
Last recorded21,033 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2012
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XT25017,820 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMH 839W
MakeYamaha
ModelXT250
Year1981
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2012 21,033 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Fail 28 Nov 2012 21,033 miles

Front Tyre is incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.2b)

Front Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2011 20,654 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 20,512 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

There is a facility for a front stop switch on this model, you may wish to fit one.

Fail 8 Nov 2006 20,512 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

headlamp beam switches left /right instead of up/down when dip switch operated.

there is a facility for a front stop switch on this model, you may wish to fit one.

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT250?

Based on 2,832 MOT tests across 520 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
188
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Horn not working 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Direction indicator not working 18
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 16
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LMH 839W is a 1981 Yamaha XT250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 17,820 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 XT250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LMH 839W, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LMH 839W registered?

LMH 839W is a 1981 Yamaha XT250, first registered on 31 March 1981.

Is LMH 839W safe to buy?

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