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R176 CDV

1997 Yamaha XVS250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2021
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,950 mi
Last recorded13,950 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XVS2505,966 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR176 CDV
MakeYamaha
ModelXVS250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2020 13,950 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 13,593 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 13,384 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 12,751 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XVS250?

Based on 2,692 MOT tests across 235 vehicles.

87.1%
Pass Rate
333
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
235
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 40
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 24
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 21
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 15
Horn not working 11
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R176 CDV is a 1997 Yamaha XVS250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XVS250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.1% with a typical mileage of 5,966 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Yamaha XVS250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 40 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R176 CDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XVS250 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Yamaha XVS250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R176 CDV registered?

R176 CDV is a 1997 Yamaha XVS250, first registered on 28 October 1997.

Is R176 CDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R176 CDV shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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