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M285 UAJ

1995 Yamaha XV250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,087 mi
Last recorded38,087 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1995 Yamaha XV25015,039 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM285 UAJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 38,087 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 37,945 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 37,902 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 37,757 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2022 37,561 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 37,283 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2019 37,281 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2007 35,553 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 35,538 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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M285 UAJ is a 1995 Yamaha XV250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 M285 UAJ, 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 M285 UAJ registered?

M285 UAJ is a 1995 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 23 June 1995.

Is M285 UAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for M285 UAJ shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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