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N973 OJR

1995 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

29,557 mi
Last recorded29,557 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1995 Yamaha XV25015,039 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN973 OJR
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 29,557 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 28,753 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2023 28,721 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 28,693 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 28,661 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 28,627 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 28,518 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 28,335 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 28,135 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 27,869 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 27,509 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 26,922 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 26,268 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 25,777 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 24,958 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 24,262 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 23,237 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 22,573 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 21,950 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly loose. (4.2.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2006 20,665 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2006 20,665 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Oct 2005 19,476 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 19,476 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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N973 OJR is a 1995 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 N973 OJR, 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

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What year was N973 OJR registered?

N973 OJR is a 1995 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 4 November 1995.

Is N973 OJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N973 OJR shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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