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Q396OST

1995 Yamaha XS250

Black Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2012
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

7,152 mi
Last recorded7,152 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2011
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationQ396OST
MakeYamaha
ModelXS250
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2011 7,152 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 6 Jul 2011 7,152 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Headlamp aim headlamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.2.3a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

How Reliable is the Yamaha XS250?

Based on 2,030 MOT tests across 492 vehicles.

80.8%
Pass Rate
175
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
492
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 24
Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 17
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 16
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 15
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
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Q396OST is a 1995 Yamaha XS250 in Black with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

The most common reason a Yamaha XS250 fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 24 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Q396OST, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 31 years old, this Yamaha XS250 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was Q396OST registered?

Q396OST is a 1995 Yamaha XS250, first registered on 19 May 1995.

Is Q396OST safe to buy?

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