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M470 NFJ

1995 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,785 mi
Last recorded20,785 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1995 Yamaha XV25015,039 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM470 NFJ
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc
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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2026 20,785 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 19,086 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2024 14,332 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 13,984 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 13,467 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Sep 2020 12,820 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 12,023 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 11,674 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 10,957 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 10,621 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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M470 NFJ is a 1995 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M470 NFJ, 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 M470 NFJ registered?

M470 NFJ is a 1995 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M470 NFJ safe to buy?

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