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R782 VDV

1997 Yamaha XV250

Red Petrol 248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

18,995 mi
Last recorded18,995 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Yamaha XV25012,156 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR782 VDV
MakeYamaha
ModelXV250
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine248cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2024 18,995 miles

Rear Wheel spoke slightly bent 2 spokes (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 13 May 2022 18,674 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 18,616 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 12 Feb 2020 18,571 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 22 Feb 2019 18,476 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 28 Feb 2014 17,210 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 15,267 miles

front tyre perished

Pass 3 Mar 2012 14,165 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 13,279 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 12,889 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 12,888 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2009 11,088 miles

near side bar end missing

Pass 25 Jun 2008 10,178 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 10,178 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 7,405 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 6,534 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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R782 VDV is a 1997 Yamaha XV250 in Red with a 248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Yamaha XV250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 12,156 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R782 VDV, 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 29 years old, this Yamaha XV250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R782 VDV registered?

R782 VDV is a 1997 Yamaha XV250, first registered on 30 August 1997.

Is R782 VDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R782 VDV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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