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R54 CTW

1998 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,087 mi
Last recorded30,087 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Yamaha XV25011,064 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR54 CTW
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 30,087 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2024 29,916 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2023 29,809 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 29,669 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 29,149 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 27,679 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 27,332 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 27,077 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 26,720 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2016 26,302 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 25,993 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 25,140 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2014 25,123 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Oct 2013 24,872 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 24,861 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator deteriorated and function impaired (1.5.3a)

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

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

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 24,571 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 24,166 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 21,054 miles

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

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Apr 2010 20,845 miles

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

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

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

Front Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2009 14,144 miles

high beam pass not working

Fail 28 Mar 2009 14,144 miles

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

high beam pass not working

Pass 5 Apr 2008 9,784 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2007 7,843 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 May 2006 6,039 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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R54 CTW is a 1998 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R54 CTW, 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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What year was R54 CTW registered?

R54 CTW is a 1998 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 26 February 1998.

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