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P828 MWB

1997 Yamaha XV250

Green Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

10,059 mi
Last recorded10,059 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV25012,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP828 MWB
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 10,059 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 10,032 miles

Central Rear tyre is perishing and started to crack in tread advise replacement soon

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2022 10,028 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly revs up on right lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Central Rear tyre is perishing and started to crack in tread advise replacement soon

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2021 9,713 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2013 9,581 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 16 Feb 2012 9,183 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 9,183 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 8,406 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 7,620 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 7,328 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 7,328 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 14 Sep 2007 6,901 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 6,032 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV250?

Based on 5,249 MOT tests across 526 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
526
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 58
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 54
Drive chain excessively loose 33
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 25
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P828 MWB is a 1997 Yamaha XV250 in Green with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 12,156 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 XV250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P828 MWB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XV250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P828 MWB registered?

P828 MWB is a 1997 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 11 March 1997.

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The MOT history for P828 MWB shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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