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P887 DTN

1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S

Grey Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

32,114 mi
Last recorded32,114 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S14,840 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP887 DTN
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 250 S
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2018 32,114 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 31,330 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 31,330 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 1 Apr 2016 31,255 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 31,201 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 31,162 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 30,941 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 30,379 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 27,314 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2006 27,314 miles

Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv 250 S?

Based on 1,012 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Drive chain excessively loose 6
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P887 DTN is a 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S in Grey with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 14,840 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 Xv 250 S fails its MOT is exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P887 DTN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha Xv 250 S typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha Xv 250 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P887 DTN registered?

P887 DTN is a 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P887 DTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P887 DTN shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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