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LMH 974W

1981 Yamaha XS250

Beige Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

1,208 mi
Last recorded1,208 miles
Recorded on24 May 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS25021,202 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLMH 974W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1981
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2019 1,208 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 1,096 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 895 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front brake light switch operation poor.

Headlamp beam image poor.

Horn poor

No rear suspension fitted to this motorcycle - it has been modified to be a hardtail

Offside Front front fork gaiter insecure

Speedometer does not illuminate.

Wiring very messy

Pass 20 Jul 2015 737 miles

number plate in poor condition

Pass 17 May 2013 14 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 608 miles

front brake holding on slightly

movment in handle bar mountings

Fail 14 May 2012 608 miles

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.3a)

Rear Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device insecure (2.3.3a)

front brake holding on slightly

movment in handle bar mountings

Fail 4 May 2011 23 miles

Chain guard missing

Front fork gaiters fitted so unable to inspect fully but daming action OK.

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp beam image poor.

No direction indicators fitted to motorcycle.

No front mudguard fitted.

No mirrors fitted.

No rear suspension fitted - motorcycle has been converted to a 'hardtail'.

No saddle fitted - just aluminium seat.

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registartion plate and stop/tail lamp positioned to offside of motorcycle but reflector installed on centre line.

Pass 4 May 2011 23 miles

Chain guard missing

Front fork gaiters fitted so unable to inspect fully but daming action OK.

Headlamp beam image poor.

No direction indicators fitted to motorcycle.

No front mudguard fitted.

No mirrors fitted.

No rear suspension fitted - motorcycle has been converted to a 'hardtail'.

No saddle fitted - just aluminium seat.

Registartion plate and stop/tail lamp positioned to offside of motorcycle but reflector installed on centre line.

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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LMH 974W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250 in Beige with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LMH 974W, 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 LMH 974W registered?

LMH 974W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 25 March 1981.

Is LMH 974W safe to buy?

The MOT history for LMH 974W shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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