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LWL 155S

1978 Yamaha XS250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

16,613 mi
Last recorded16,613 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2014
Typical for 1978 Yamaha XS25020,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLWL 155S
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Fail 15 Mar 2014 16,613 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 16,613 miles
Fail 12 May 2011 13,925 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

forks pitted slightly

Pass 12 May 2011 13,925 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

forks pitted slightly

Pass 20 Apr 2009 13,796 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 13,616 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 13,222 miles

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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LWL 155S is a 1978 Yamaha XS250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1978 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 20,638 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 LWL 155S, 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 48 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LWL 155S?

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What year was LWL 155S registered?

LWL 155S is a 1978 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 5 June 1978.

Is LWL 155S safe to buy?

The MOT history for LWL 155S shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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