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R254 WSL

1998 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

3,665 mi
Last recorded3,665 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV25011,064 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR254 WSL
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 3,665 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 3,640 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 3,446 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 3,431 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 3,425 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 3,419 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 3,322 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 3,288 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 3,324 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 3,056 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 3,012 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 2,994 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 2,575 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2009 2,575 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 2,488 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 2,103 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 1,586 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2005 1,573 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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R254 WSL is a 1998 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1998 Yamaha XV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 11,064 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R254 WSL, 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 28 years old, this Yamaha XV250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of R254 WSL?

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What year was R254 WSL registered?

R254 WSL is a 1998 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 29 May 1998.

Is R254 WSL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R254 WSL shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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