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M183 HVK

1995 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

11,142 mi
Last recorded11,142 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2024
Typical for 1995 Yamaha XV25015,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM183 HVK
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2024 11,142 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2024 11,142 miles

Front Brake lever has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 10,841 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 10,841 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2022 10,246 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2022 10,243 miles

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

Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 17 Jul 2021 10,240 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 10,219 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 6 Apr 2016 10,206 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 10,185 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 10,067 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 9,964 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 9,861 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 10 Apr 2010 9,685 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Nov 2008 9,551 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 3 Nov 2007 9,337 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2006 9,150 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV250?

Based on 5,249 MOT tests across 526 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
526
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 58
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 54
Drive chain excessively loose 33
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 25
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M183 HVK is a 1995 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1995 Yamaha XV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 15,039 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 XV250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M183 HVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 31 years old, this Yamaha XV250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M183 HVK registered?

M183 HVK is a 1995 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 22 March 1995.

Is M183 HVK safe to buy?

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