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MOD 733W

1980 Yamaha XS250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2019
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

30,107 mi
Last recorded30,107 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2018
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XS25020,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMOD 733W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1980
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2018 30,107 miles

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

front tyre sidewall showing signs of cracking

no front mudguard

Fail 2 Nov 2018 30,107 miles

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

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure swinging arm pivot loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

front tyre sidewall showing signs of cracking

no front mudguard

Pass 31 Jul 2017 29,806 miles

No indicators fitted

Fail 31 Jul 2017 29,805 miles

Front suspension assembly component missing Brace between forks (2.3.1)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

No indicators fitted

Rear brake reaction rod. Split pin missing

Pass 4 May 2007 43,673 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2005 43,576 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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MOD 733W is a 1980 Yamaha XS250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.6% with a typical mileage of 20,156 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 MOD 733W, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MOD 733W registered?

MOD 733W is a 1980 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 10 October 1980.

Is MOD 733W safe to buy?

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