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PVS 340W

1980 Yamaha XT250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,707 mi
Last recorded24,707 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XT25020,072 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVS 340W
MakeYamaha
ModelXT250
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 24,707 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 24,012 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 23,858 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 23,727 miles

advise + the batery is in very poor condition

advise + the handlebars are slightly bent

Pass 3 Nov 2011 22,032 miles

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Fail 29 Oct 2011 21,994 miles

Front Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Clutch lever shortened. (6.2.1g)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 19,493 miles

Nearside Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

stop lamp not working with front brake lever

Fail 24 Oct 2010 19,430 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.3.5a)

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

Nearside Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

stop lamp not working with front brake lever

Pass 22 Oct 2009 16,862 miles

front tyre cracking on tread

Fail 15 Oct 2009 16,862 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.5.1c)

chain slightly loose and dry

front tyre cracking on tread

Pass 10 Jun 2008 14,620 miles

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

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

slight movement to rear s/abs bushes

Pass 8 Mar 2007 12,981 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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PVS 340W is a 1980 Yamaha XT250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1980 Yamaha XT250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 20,072 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 XT250 fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 30 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PVS 340W, 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 46 years old, this Yamaha XT250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PVS 340W registered?

PVS 340W is a 1980 Yamaha XT250, first registered on 18 September 1980.

Is PVS 340W safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVS 340W shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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