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R152 HDF

1997 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

19,274 mi
Last recorded19,274 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV25012,156 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR152 HDF
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 19,274 miles

Central Front Headlamp lens slightly defective crack lens but not effecting beam (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Slight misting (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake clevis joint worn, but not excessively rod clevis pin has slight play to rear brake (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 18,788 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 18,571 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 May 2022 18,571 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2021 18,310 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 18,204 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2016 18,003 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 17,944 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 17,674 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 17,591 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 17,257 miles

chain loose requires ajusting

Fail 7 Sep 2010 17,257 miles

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

chain loose requires ajusting

Fail 20 Aug 2009 16,978 miles

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

front & rear tyre pressures low

Pass 20 Aug 2009 16,978 miles

front & rear tyre pressures low

Pass 26 Jul 2008 15,391 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 14,435 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 22 Jul 2006 13,299 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2005 12,491 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XV250?

Based on 5,249 MOT tests across 526 vehicles.

84.8%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
526
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 82
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 58
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 54
Drive chain excessively loose 33
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 25
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R152 HDF is a 1997 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 12,156 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 XV250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R152 HDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XV250 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XV250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R152 HDF registered?

R152 HDF is a 1997 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R152 HDF safe to buy?

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