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R648 LHC

1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,293 mi
Last recorded14,293 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S14,840 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR648 LHC
MakeYamaha
ModelXv 250 S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc
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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 14,293 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 13,968 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 13,600 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 13,324 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 13,106 miles
Pass 22 May 2020 12,878 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 22 May 2020 12,878 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 12,797 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 12,726 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 11,979 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 31 May 2016 11,485 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 10,372 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 4 Jun 2014 8,401 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 8,401 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 5,714 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 57,125 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2012 57,125 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2011 5,708 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

chain links slight stiffness

Pass 28 Jan 2010 5,702 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2010 5,702 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 5,690 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 5,637 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 5,610 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 5,607 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2005 5,548 miles

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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R648 LHC is a 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 14,840 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 R648 LHC, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha Xv 250 S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R648 LHC registered?

R648 LHC is a 1997 Yamaha Xv 250 S, first registered on 21 October 1997.

Is R648 LHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R648 LHC shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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