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OAW 984X

1981 Yamaha XT250

Silver Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,784 mi
Last recorded14,784 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XT25017,820 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOAW 984X
MakeYamaha
ModelXT250
Year1981
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 14,784 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 14,655 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 14,487 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 14,037 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 13,908 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 13,536 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2015 13,536 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 13,044 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 13,044 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 12,653 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 11,916 miles

Handel bar bent

Pass 10 Oct 2009 10,123 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT250?

Based on 2,832 MOT tests across 520 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
188
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Horn not working 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Direction indicator not working 18
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 16
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OAW 984X is a 1981 Yamaha XT250 in Silver with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1981 Yamaha XT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 17,820 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 XT250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OAW 984X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT250 typically stays on UK roads for around 46 years. At 45 years old, this Yamaha XT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OAW 984X?

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What year was OAW 984X registered?

OAW 984X is a 1981 Yamaha XT250, first registered on 16 October 1981.

Is OAW 984X safe to buy?

The MOT history for OAW 984X shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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