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NHH 270W

1981 Yamaha XS250

Silver Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2017
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

44,497 mi
Last recorded44,497 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2016
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS25021,202 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNHH 270W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2016 44,497 miles

Exhaust has been heavily modified, but is not excessively noisy at time of test

Front Mud guard missing

No indicators fitted at time of test

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified Suspension has been removed and frame welded to create a hard tail model (6.1.1b)

chain guard missing

Fail 12 Oct 2016 44,476 miles

Exhaust has part of the system missing Silencers have been removed (7.1.1a)

Exhaust mounting missing no mountings present (7.1.1c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride Split pin missing from brake hub support arm (6.2.1h)

Tyre fouling another component Speedo cable (4.1.4)

Chain guard missing ()

Front Mudguard insecure Missing ()

Gear box breather plate insecure (Bolts very loose)

No indicators fitted at time of test

Rear Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified Suspension removed and frame welded to create a hard tail model (6.1.1b)

Side stand bolt loose

Side stand not secure by approved method in stowed position

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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NHH 270W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250 in Silver with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 21,202 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 NHH 270W, 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 45 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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NHH 270W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 23 March 1981.

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