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R610 ENC

1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

13,113 mi
Last recorded13,113 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S12,227 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR610 ENC
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 250 S
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 13,113 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2025 12,872 miles
Pass 16 May 2024 12,807 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 12,803 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 12,800 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 12,718 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 12,111 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 9,260 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 7,869 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2010 7,823 miles

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2010 7,823 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 7,706 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 7,577 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 7,428 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear tyre was punctured,but nail had not gone in deep enough to expell air.

Pass 27 Jun 2006 7,120 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2005

How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv 250 S?

Based on 1,012 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
276
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 17
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 16
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
Drive chain excessively loose 6
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R610 ENC is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R610 ENC, 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 R610 ENC registered?

R610 ENC is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R610 ENC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R610 ENC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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