MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
6,079 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Centre Rear Upper Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))
Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)
Slight engine oil leak
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
headlight switch broken but operates ok
Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)
How Reliable is the Yamaha XT250?
Based on 2,832 MOT tests across 520 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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OBW 972W is a 1981 Yamaha XT250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 performed better than the average for its year.
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 OBW 972W, 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.
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What year was OBW 972W registered?
OBW 972W is a 1981 Yamaha XT250, first registered on 31 March 1981.
Is OBW 972W safe to buy?
The MOT history for OBW 972W shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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