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OPA 143W

1981 Yamaha XS250

Red Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,521 mi
Last recorded28,521 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2009
Typical for 1981 Yamaha XS25021,202 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Yamaha
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOPA 143W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1981
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 12 Sep 2009 28,521 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 27,716 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 27,240 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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OPA 143W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250 in Red with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 OPA 143W, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of OPA 143W?

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What year was OPA 143W registered?

OPA 143W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is OPA 143W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPA 143W shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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