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R214 HRG

1997 Yamaha XV250

Black Petrol 250cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

5,087 mi
Last recorded5,087 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV25012,156 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR214 HRG
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine250cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2020 5,087 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2020 5,072 miles

Front Brake disc contaminated Fork oil on disc (1.1.14 (b))

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated Fork oil on pads (1.1.13 (b))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak Both fork legs leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Notch movement (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 May 2019 4,969 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slight notch (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 4,938 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 4,879 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2016 4,751 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 4,655 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

rear shocks slighty soft

Pass 5 Mar 2014 3,119 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 3,031 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

advise rear number plate damaged but can cleary be read

advise various parts showing signs of slight corrosion

Fail 20 Mar 2007 3,021 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 3,021 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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R214 HRG is a 1997 Yamaha XV250 in Black with a 250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R214 HRG, 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 R214 HRG registered?

R214 HRG is a 1997 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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