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OPB 344W

1981 Yamaha XS250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

27,767 mi
Last recorded27,767 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 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

RegistrationOPB 344W
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1981
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2009 27,767 miles

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Fail 21 Jan 2009 27,767 miles

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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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OPB 344W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250 in Black with a 249cc 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 OPB 344W, 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

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What year was OPB 344W registered?

OPB 344W is a 1981 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 1 March 1981.

Is OPB 344W safe to buy?

The MOT history for OPB 344W shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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