CarVerify

Free Car Check

M311 VHE

1995 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

11,527 mi
Last recorded11,527 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 1995 Yamaha XV25015,039 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationM311 VHE
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 11,527 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear rear tyre cracking in tread

front tyre cracking in tread

Pass 12 Apr 2022 11,088 miles

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied lever position adjuster bent (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly stiff pivot/cable (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2022 11,088 miles

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied lever position adjuster bent (1.1.2 (d))

Offside Rear Brake pedal not releasing correctly stiff pivot/cable (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle sticking (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 10,512 miles

Brake pedal not releasing correctly stiff cable /pivot (1.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake dry pivot (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied pedal adjustment bracket and bolt bent (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 9 Apr 2015 10,073 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 10,067 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 9,963 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 9,703 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 9,356 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
Full Yamaha XV250 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

M311 VHE is a 1995 Yamaha XV250 in Red 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 M311 VHE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M311 VHE?

You can check the full history of M311 VHE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was M311 VHE registered?

M311 VHE is a 1995 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 16 February 1995.

Is M311 VHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for M311 VHE 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.

Does M311 VHE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on M311 VHE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.