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PGN 143Y

1991 Yamaha XT250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

15,429 mi
Last recorded15,429 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGN 143Y
MakeYamaha
ModelXT250
Year1991
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2017 15,429 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2017 15,429 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 15,430 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2016 15,429 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Fail 29 Jul 2015 15,429 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 15,429 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 3 May 2013 15,428 miles

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Apr 2012 15,192 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 14,891 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 14,736 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2009 14,736 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 27 Feb 2008 13,803 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 13,602 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2006 13,367 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT250?

Based on 2,832 MOT tests across 520 vehicles.

84.0%
Pass Rate
188
Miles/Year
46
Year Lifespan
520
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 30
Horn not working 21
reflector on motorcycle missing 20
Direction indicator not working 18
Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user 16
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PGN 143Y is a 1991 Yamaha XT250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 PGN 143Y, 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 35 years old, this Yamaha XT250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PGN 143Y registered?

PGN 143Y is a 1991 Yamaha XT250, first registered on 5 September 1991.

Is PGN 143Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for PGN 143Y shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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