MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
30,168 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Rear wheel spindle securing nut locking device missing (2.4.A.2b)
Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)
Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)
How Reliable is the Yamaha Xv 250 S?
Based on 1,012 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.
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R693 FOW is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.
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 R693 FOW, 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 R693 FOW registered?
R693 FOW is a 1998 Yamaha Xv 250 S, first registered on 10 June 1998.
Is R693 FOW safe to buy?
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