MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
25,635 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Front Brake Pads on Legal Limit
Slight Exhaust Blow
Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released On Application of Rear Brake (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake Pads on Legal Limit
Slight Exhaust Blow
Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv 250 S?
Based on 1,012 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.
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R317 MNV is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.
Across all 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.4% with a typical mileage of 12,227 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 Xv 250 S fails its MOT is exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey, accounting for 17 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R317 MNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Yamaha Xv 250 S typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Yamaha Xv 250 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R317 MNV registered?
R317 MNV is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S, first registered on 10 July 1998.
Is R317 MNV safe to buy?
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