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PYC 885V

1980 Yamaha XT250

White Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

15,821 mi
Last recorded15,821 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 1980 Yamaha XT25020,072 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPYC 885V
MakeYamaha
ModelXT250
Year1980
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 15,821 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 15,777 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 15,764 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2017 15,752 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2017 15,752 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 15,464 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 15,431 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 15,305 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 15,294 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 15,251 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 14,908 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 14,692 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2007 14,286 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 14,286 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2006 13,515 miles
Fail 18 May 2006 13,515 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

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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PYC 885V is a 1980 Yamaha XT250 in White with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 PYC 885V, 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 PYC 885V registered?

PYC 885V is a 1980 Yamaha XT250, first registered on 20 May 1980.

Is PYC 885V safe to buy?

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